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Tag Archives: louisiana cultural vistas
Some Recent Reviews
These past few months have been a blur with little time for reflection. But here are some recent reviews. This one almost slipped by me! It’s from New Orleans Magazine. A nice little REVIEW. And another one came out today, in the … Continue reading
Tennessee Williams Festival
Well, ever since the first time I went to the Tennessee Williams Festival (I think back in 2000) I have wanted to be on a panel – and now it is happening! I am very proud and incredibly excited to … Continue reading
Posted in History, Hope and New Orleans, New Orleans, Photography, Research
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Prohibition Article
I just finished my 4000 word article on Prohibition for the fall issue of Louisiana Cultural Vistas Magazine. I don’t think I have ever labored over words more, or cut, added, cut, added, cut – so much in my life. … Continue reading
Posted in History, Mardi Gras, New Orleans, Research
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Progress….
I am officially 1/4 through writing my book about New Orleans street signs for the History Press. Of course, I am taking into account that I will probably need to edit/cut about 10,000 to 20,00 words but… DAMN! This month … Continue reading