I came across an interview with Charles De Lint in which he describes how the setting of his Newford Stories came to be. Since it has similarity…… Read more “De Lint’s Newford Stories”
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Female Alchemist
For my Masters in Depth Psychology, I produced a 40-page article called “The Alchemical Coniunctio of Individuation: Inner Change during a Ph.D. Program As Seen Through Dreams.”…… Read more “Female Alchemist”
Reflection on the Book Process
Today my oldest friend—since third grade—wrote to me that I must feel proud to be finished and have my book published. I had to think, do I…… Read more “Reflection on the Book Process”
Research in Wales!
In one month, I will at last head to Aberystwyth to research the medieval Welsh language at the university there for my book, Braided Dimensions, and to…… Read more “Research in Wales!”
The Reader
In the first years of working on my novel, Braided Dimensions, I shared the chapters with fellow writers, mostly women. Several years into it, I had opportunities…… Read more “The Reader”
Who calls editing exciting?
Me! I’ve commented on writing groups but haven’t really elaborated on the joys they bring. A writing group sets a deadline, but one you know you’ve imposed…… Read more “Who calls editing exciting?”
Lausanne 2006
This post relates to the dream I shared in “Why I Write.” In the sixth year of my Ph.D. program (see About me), having completed my dissertation, I…… Read more “Lausanne 2006”
Why I Write
My aim in fantasy writing is to know I’m sharing my work with others who will enjoy the atmosphere I’ve created. I love the idea of creating…… Read more “Why I Write”
Braided Dimensions
Chased from university teaching by scandalous rumors about her research with shamans, controversial professor, Dr. Kay Halefin, abandons her post and escapes to the rural Northern California…… Read more “Braided Dimensions”
Marie Judson 