View From the Keyboard ~ Isaac Bashevis Singer

Isaac Bashevis Singer (November 21, 1902 – July 24, 1991) “When I was a little boy, they called me a liar, but now that I am grown up, they call me a writer.” -Isaac Bashevis Singer

Have Cat, Will Write ~ A View From the Keyboard

Perhaps you have read Philip’s fine blog post today about his (almost) studio in Mount Carroll, IL, where we have a nice old house. If you have, you know that he has hit some snags along the way, and has not been able to complete his dream studio as originally planned.  As I read that […]

John Steinbeck’s View From the Keyboard, 1962

John Steinbeck’s 1962 Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech I thank the Swedish Academy for finding my work worthy of this highest honor. In my heart there may be doubt that I deserve the Nobel Award over other men of letters whom I hold in respect or reverence–but there is no question of my pleasure and pride […]

Brevity is the Soul of Lingerie ~ Dorothy Parker at the Keyboard

Another great photo from Flavorwire and Life Magazine. Dorothy Parker at the keyboard in 1937. Do you suppose her magazines were always lined up so beautifully? And look at the view! Man and landscape. All very inspiring. My invitation still stands to submit your writers’ space photos and brief excerpts from your work. Click the […]