Category Archives: writing
Yesterday, From the Seasonally Occupied Territories was viewed 460 times. That’s more than four times the previous daily high. “Land Grab” got 412 views, making it by far the most read story published on this site. It’s attracted some thoughtful … Continue reading
Bookstores Are Not Sacred Cows
I was a bookseller before I moved to Martha’s Vineyard: book and magazine buyer for Lammas, D.C.’s feminist bookstore. One of the best jobs I ever had. Books are the only thing I can imagine selling in good conscience. Like … Continue reading
SOOP MV
Martha’s Vineyard has a long history of Vineyarders entertaining each other in living rooms, backyards, church basements, barns — almost any space will do. Last night I went to SOOP MV. I’m pleased to report that we’re still doing it, … Continue reading
The Most Important Credential
In the late fall of 1976, I was driving west on the Boston Post Road (Route 20) toward my evening job as a proofreader in Sudbury. West of Wayland in those days, the Post Road was a sleepy two-lane road … Continue reading
From the Seasonally Occupied Territories . . . 