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Nonbinary Thinking is Solarpunk…and Essential

Nonbinary Thinking is Solarpunk…and Essential

Jan 12, 2026

Binaries create harm. I explore the nonbinary of dystopia and hopeful fiction … and much more.

Refuse, Resist … Play

Refuse, Resist … Play

Jun 12, 2025

Given fascist, authoritarian takeovers in the US, I offer ways to resist…and have fun doing it. Plus, a bit on technofascism and data privacy.

The (real) Secret

The (real) Secret

Nov 12, 2024

I began writing The Working when the self-help book The Secret was all the rage. An alternate title for my novel: The Real Secret.

Of Witches, Covens…and Dragons?

Of Witches, Covens…and Dragons?

Feb 12, 2024

I’ve signed with Water Dragon Publishing to bring you my debut lunarpunk novel, The Working! I look forward to you meeting the coven who must thwart a looming eco-cataclysm and find the key to the bright future we all need.

Everyday is Sacred, a Solstice Message

Everyday is Sacred, a Solstice Message

Dec 21, 2023

Two messages came through my hand as I drew the doodle to accompany this Solstice post. One about energy flow across seasons, and one about the sacredness of every day.

What I Learned at Witchcamp

What I Learned at Witchcamp

Jul 29, 2022

I had an incredible, potent, magical time of Wonder and Mystery at Witchcamp in mid-July. In no particular order, here are some things I learned:

Solarpunk Futures: Tilting Towards a Better World

Solarpunk Futures: Tilting Towards a Better World

Jan 29, 2022

I’m very taken with solarpunk, a movement grounded in reality that points us towards justice and a regenerative world. My solarpunk article is up at the Center for Sustainable Futures (CSF), Columbia University. I’m thrilled with its reception and the lovely comments I’ve received, especially

A Sliver Past Eclipse

A Sliver Past Eclipse

Nov 19, 2021

The winds are howling today, grabbing at the oak leaves that still cling to branches. I watched the lunar eclipse this morning through these nearly bare branches. As the spark of brightness reappeared on the red moon, a weight lifted from my shoulders and heart, the heaviness that had lingered this past week evaporated.

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Approaching the Equinox

Approaching the Equinox

Mar 17, 2021

“Your call is important to us. Please hold . . . ” What is pertinent right now ahead of the Equinox? What do the cards say?

Writing in 2021

Writing in 2021

Jan 11, 2021

What would be the best use of our writing talents in the coming season? I asked the cards for wisdom to share with my fellow writers. Be the messenger. Though...

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