Category Archives: Writing Process

Stray Thoughts About Cultural Appropriation from a Third-Culture Kid

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

I started this as an email to my dad, who said to me last week that everyone steals from the Irish. Why isn’t that cultural appropriation? But as I wrote, I realized others might find it interesting. This is a … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 06-14-2019

Posted on June 14, 2019 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Baking (Art) Lauren Ko has been delighting Instagram followers with her beautiful pies. She’s inspired by an artwork or just follows the path color and pattern leads her, figuring out … Continue reading →

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Stray Thoughts About Diversity

Posted on April 2, 2019 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

The Fantasy/Sci-Fi Readers Lounge on Facebook is celebrating diversity this week, and the discussion sparked ideas I’d like to share. I do not address diversity in my stories. Now, before you react to my statement, let me clarify. Diversity is … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 03-29-2019

Posted on March 29, 2019 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Fantasy short story (Fiction) This short story starts in the middle then jumps back, but it’s an intriguing look at expectations and how people can be manipulated. I say no … Continue reading →

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5 Interesting Links for 02-15-2019

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Margaret McGaffey Fisk

Note: Videos may auto start with sound so be prepared. Film (History) Restored motion picture footage from between 1896 and 1900 using what was then a new technology gives insight into daily life in Paris, France. https://mymodernmet.com/lumiere-brothers-1890s-paris/ Medieval City (Generator) … Continue reading →