Coraline in 3-D

We went to see Coraline last night at Cinetopia with friends. It was everything I hoped it would be and more. I loved the art direction and the style–it was all very reminiscent Tim Burton, without being a total copycat.…

Review: Wabi Sabi for Writers

This review was originally written for DIYPlanner.com in 2006. I’m reposting it here to generate more interest. Written by Richard Powell Published by Adams Media ISBN 1593375964 I was at one of my favorite book stores which also catered to…

Review: No Plot, No Problem

This review was originally written for DIYPlanner.com in 2006. I’m reposting it here to generate more interest. Written by Chip Baty Published by Chronicle Books ISBN 0811845052 Before any of you can ask me, yes I finished today’s NaNoWriMo word…

Review: Potlatch 17

This past weekend I attended a West Coast Writer’s Convention called Potlatch 17. It serves as an outlet and a gathering for Clarion and Clarion West attendees and alumni. A potlatch is a PacNorthwest native american gathering that happened when…

Review: IdeaSpotting

This review was originally written for DIYPlanner.com in 2006. I’m reposting it here to generate more interest. Written by Sam Harrison Published by How Books ISBN 1581808003 Lately I’ve been trying to find new ways to push my mind into…