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Hobby Lobby’s Parallel Universe of Antiquity Studies
From Fiona Greenland: “You don’t have to be a Near Eastern specialist to be concerned about the broader outcomes of a private group, with a pronounced political and religious agenda, having the power to control the empirical underpinnings of a discipline.”
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Life lessons I learned on the Appalachian Trail
“I now believe that people are capable of altruism. And that we are worthy of this gift.” At (Almost) Unsalvageable, Gabe Burkhardt shares what he learned while hiking the Appalachian Trail.
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If You’re Successful, Lots of People Ask for Your Help. Who Deserves It?
“Today, even before I open my email, my blood pressure spikes thinking of all the requests, problems, and complaints I’m likely to find.” Jane Friedman receives a lot of emails from students, strangers, and aspiring writers — all asking for help and advice. But does she respond?
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There Is Never Enough Time, But There Is Now
Lisa Sadikman on raising her daughter: “This is when I feel myself expand, just a little, into the space she’s left behind. There are hours now when I am finally able to twirl in a circle of my own without scraping motherhood’s walls.”
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Advice from Phillip Lopate on Writing About Your Own Life
Writer Lois Roelofs shares tips on memoir and nonfiction writing from Phillip Lopate.
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A Pattern of Creativity: An Interview with Knitter and Musician Lucy Hague
Lucy Hague defines creativity, no matter whether she’s creating complex knitting patterns or playing music.
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Andi Diehn on Her Blog: “My Brain Works Better When I Write Here”
For Andi Diehn, her blog provides a much-needed space for reflection.