Hello and welcome from Susan here in Chico California.
Take a look at my journal (blog) for glimpses into my life. And be sure to visit my workshops page. A number of free Zoom workshops in northern California libraries will be scheduled soon.
My new book about land and language is nearly finished. Title still up in the air, but I’m close. “Walking Backwards,” “Pipes” and “Graceful Lies” chapters seem ready, along with dozens more. I’ve revised “Hidden in the Open,” “Boots” and may cut “The Blue Wheelbarrow.” I tell stories about (crazily) buying a burned down ranch, finding out why, and creating a hilltop sanctuary. Each chapter is also about writing process, i.e. “Chaos in the Pool/Pond!” I guide you toward telling your own stories and writing your way through life the way I do. I’ll let you know when the book is available.
poemcrazy: freeing your life with words
Meanwhile, poemcrazy: freeing your life with words (in a 30th printing) has a life of its own and continues to bring surprise and delight into my world. It may well have brought you here. Recently poemcrazy was # 7 on a Penguin/Random House list of the 28 best books on writing,
Foolsgold: Making Something from Nothing (and freeing your creative process)
Foolsgold helps people loosen up and encourage their hidden artist to come out to play. Collect match boxes, buy some Elmer’s glue, and head out on a walk. The book will lead you from there….
Bathing with Ants (a chapbook of poems) has invited a trail of Argentinian ants into my house. Be careful what you name your books Luckily these ants don’t bite and for now my kitchen is immaculate.
If possible, support a local bookstore and order books there. You might suggest they order several copies, Or if you want to order online, check out Powell’s Books or Barnes and Noble.
For more info on each book click on the book links.
I’d love to visit your town, local library, living room (or kitchen!) for a workshop, most likely on ZOOM these days. Contact me for creative play/writing evening, day or weekend, in person (when possible again) or via Zoom for now. Have pens (plus fool’s tools) will travel, virtually till the world is safer. My rates are reasonable (and flexible). I love to work with all ages and levels.
I appreciate your comments and notes. Contact me any time.
With love, Susan suegwool@gmail.com