Tag: Books

Reflecting on the poetry collection, “Black Aperture,” by Matt Rasmussen

November 17, 2022

This week, Rhea and I had an opportunity to attend the Possibilities: Heginbotham Literary Lecture Series* at Concordia University, St. Paul, MN. I was grateful to visit my alma mater, chat with professors who have become friends, including Dr. Heginbotham, and see students, faculty, and others come together to hear poetry and perspective. This week, … More Reflecting on the poetry collection, “Black Aperture,” by Matt Rasmussen

Cover Reveal: “Drawn In Ash” by John W. Otte

August 12, 2022

It’s time for a cover reveal! I couldn’t be prouder and more thrilled for my friend, former college roommate, now pastor and author of several books. I’m so excited to share the cover for John W. Otte’s upcoming book, Drawn in Ash! This is the first book in a science fantasy trilogy loosely based on the … More Cover Reveal: “Drawn In Ash” by John W. Otte

1984: pass the gin

February 23, 2021

Disclaimer: This post is being written around 2:30am. I’ve been up since 1:00am. Anything delusional is only a byproduct of insomnia – take it with a dose of humor. For those of you who want to forge ahead – cheers! A few weeks back, I was discussing dystopian literature with my two oldest children, centering … More 1984: pass the gin

Fahrenheit 451: warning shot across our bow

February 2, 2021

It wasn’t a book I wanted to finish. Ironic….reading a book with a plot about the importance of books, and I wanted to quit half-way through. It’s also ironic that a book centered on the burning of books and censorship of information was, itself, censored by both its publisher and other institutions (namely, schools). The … More Fahrenheit 451: warning shot across our bow