So I’ve been casually counting the X- and Y-chromosomes on our weekly books pages, just to see how women writers are faring. And when I say casually, I mean totally unscientific. Because my boyfriend went on a recycling rampage and … Continue reading
Here’s a roundup up of what’s caught my eye in the world of journalism, books and writing: This McAllen library got some much-deserved web love from The Daily Good. It’s a fantastic redo of a vacant Wal-Mart space, and a great answer … Continue reading
I’ve watched in fascination the last few years as bestselling authors Jennifer Weiner and Jodi Picoult have spoken out about the lesser-than-thou treatment women authors receive from book reviewers. Weiner has been particularly vocal, and her biggest and most famous beef is with the … Continue reading
If you ever go through a newspaper’s archives, you’ll see the same stories appearing again and again. Something is over budget. Someone wins state. Someone dies too young. Later this year there will be Black Friday stories about crazy people lining up for … Continue reading