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Midnight Lunch
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A blog about writers and writing with a focus on literary fiction. Useful links to resources for writers.
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New York Times Best Books of 2009
The New York Times listed their best books of 2009 last Sunday. On the list for fiction are:-Both Ways Is the Only Way, by Maile Meloy.-Chronic City, by Jonathan Lethem.-Gate at the Stairs, by Lorrie Moore.-Half Broke Horses: A True-Life Novel, by Je...
Gooseberries: Tara Laskowski
"Where my boyfriend lives, letters are written on banana peels."from "Where My Boyfriend Lives" by Tara Laskowskiimage by blmurch...
Not Just Cheese, \'Manchego\' Cheese
You've heard it before: specific detail makes for good writing. It makes for excellent writing, in fact. Don't just say he was wearing a 'pair of shoes'; say he was wearing a pair of 'Clarks penny loafers.' Don't just say blue. Say 'azure' or 'cerule...
Gooseberries: Elizabeth Hille
"On the corner table sat untouched plates of jamón serrano, sweaty Manchego, chunks of bread."from "In Madrid, at Kiko's" by Elizabeth Hille...
More Recipes For Starving Writers: Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano & Black Pepper
Standing in my building's foyer, glancing over my neighbor's current issue of Cooks Illustrated that arrived in the mail this week, I was inspired to cook up one of my classic favorites. It's a good one for the winter--tasty and hearty, and it will s...
What\'s In the Bag?
I've written on here about how my characters often know more than I do, and how if I only wait and listen--if I simply allow them to talk and act--they will tell me much more than I could ever guess. It's kind of like birdwatching, sometimes, to be f...


I love the short situational excerpts posted on this blog. They are very reflective.
Posted: July 4th, 2009 | More Reviews From Flameater | Report This Comment