Monthly Archives: September 2012

Four Centuries Contest: Some Stats & Final Brainstorming

Posted on September 13, 2012 by James Goldberg

This month I couldn’t decide whether to write about the contest or about how my 2012 AML Presentation informed my soon-to-be-available book. So I posted both, and will let you take your pick. Days left until the Sept 24th deadline: … Continue reading →

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The Afterlife of an AML Conference Presentation

Posted on September 13, 2012 by James Goldberg

This month I couldn’t decide whether to write about the Four Centuries of Mormon Stories Contest or about how my 2012 AML Presentation informed my soon-to-be-available book. So I posted both, and will let you take your pick. In 2010, … Continue reading →

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Children’s Lit Corner

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Kathryn Poulter

Three years ago this coming Friday, my best friend died suddenly after suffering a deep thromboembolism. That death, especially the unexpected nature of it, shook me to the core. Of course I had lost friends and loved ones before, but … Continue reading →

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Break It Down!

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Stephen Carter

Like Lehi of old, I stepped from the front door of my house and found something beautiful sparkling in the sunlight. It was not a Liahona; it was the final proof of iPlates Volume 1, a graphic novel based the … Continue reading →

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The Mystery of the Muse

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Rachelle Christensen

The guest post today was provided by the talented author, J. Lloyd Morgan. He shares his thoughts on a great creative topic–the muse–which I’ve often found must be treated gently. Mine at times requires chocolate.   The Mystery of the … Continue reading →

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One Irreantum Judge’s Take on this Year’s Contests

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Josh Allen

A few weeks ago, I helped judge the Irreantum contests in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. It’s the second year I’ve done so, and it’s been an absolute joy both times. Mormon literature is an eclectic thing. It’s quirky and serious … Continue reading →

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Can a Fiction Writer be Guileless?

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Margaret Blair Young

My son called me last week to let me know he was on a bike ride. I asked where he was going. “To hunt zombies,” he said. “Oh honey,” I answered, “they don’t even come out until night. And you … Continue reading →

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This Week in Mormon Literature, Sept. 1, 2012

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Andrew Hall

A ton of books were released over the last two weeks. Big nationally published MG/YA books, like James Dashner’s first in a hyped multi-author time travel series, Shannon Hale’s long-awaited sequel to a Newberry Honor-winner, and a C. J. Hill … Continue reading →

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