Tag: writing

• February 24, 2026

  The Season Before the Dream

  dreams don’t disappear just because they’re postponed. Sometimes they’re quietly gathering strength, waiting for their runway.
• January 18, 2026

  It’s Hard to Be Creative When Reality Feels Like Fiction

  It’s hard to be creative when reality keeps demanding vigilance. When your mind keeps scanning for danger, injustice, or the next breaking story.
• January 14, 2026

  Simply Written Here: The Valentine’s Day Edition

  Following the success of previous events, Simply Written Here: The Valentine’s Day Edition brings readers and authors together for a cozy, creative celebration just in time for Valentine’s Day. This special pop-up will feature a thoughtfully curated group of local Maryland authors, with a focus on romance.
• December 17, 2025

  2025: The Year of the Seagull

  What a year! When Welcome to Seagull Street: That Summer in Ocean City, Maryland officially launched on May 24 and I had no idea what kind of whirlwind 2025 would become but you all made it unforgettable. Book Launch & First Readers Welcome to Seagull Street took flight in the spring and from the very…
• October 29, 2025

  Celebrate Local Authors at the Carroll County Farmers Market, Nov 1!

  Celebrate Maryland’s creative community at the 2025 Local Authors Day in Westminster! Meet local writers, explore handmade crafts, and enjoy the charm of the Carroll County Farmers Market — plus get your signed copy of Welcome to Seagull Street by Alissa Arford.