It is truly thrilling to see more and more short fiction publishers accepting translations as publishers work to diversify the publishing industry. That said, I've encountered or observed a few hiccups along the way that can cause headaches for editors, translators, and authors alike, so I'd like to share my advice regarding some common problems. … Continue reading Advice on Publishing Translations
Wrapping Up 2025
With 2025 in the rear-view mirror (thank goodness!), here's my annual look back at last year! (If you're looking for my 2025 Awards Eligibility list, click here!) This post is broken down into the following sections: Reflections on 2025 Annual Submission Statistics Translation Submission Statistics Retrospective: Goals for 2025 (AKA, did I achieve any of … Continue reading Wrapping Up 2025
2025 Awards Eligibility Post
Hello there! It's time for my awards eligibility post for the year! No new poems published this year, but I did have several new translations, a science fiction/horror story of my own, and a nonfiction essay come out. It has been a particularly difficult year for me, and seeing each of these pieces published gave … Continue reading 2025 Awards Eligibility Post
Cocktail Recipe: Polyjuice Potion
Makes 1 serving. Perfect for a re-watch (or re-read) of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets! Ingredients: Ice cubes 1/2 kiwi (cubed) (or 1/4 cup honeydew melon, or another green fruit) A few berries (preferably blueberries) 2 tsp matcha powder 1 tsp sugar (optional) 2 tbsp hot water 1 oz vodka 2 drops of … Continue reading Cocktail Recipe: Polyjuice Potion
My Flights of Foundry Schedule! (2025)
Flights of Foundry is upon us - it starts in just under 2 hours!!! For those who don't know Flights of Foundry is one of my all-time favorite conventions for creatives, featuring online programming for 3 days straight for writers, translators, artists, and more! Flights of Foundry is run by Dream Foundry, a nonprofit dedicated … Continue reading My Flights of Foundry Schedule! (2025)
Review: Dear Miss Breed
Dear Miss Breed: True Stories of Japanese American Incarceration During World War II and a Librarian Who Made a Difference by Joanne Oppenheim (2006) I picked up Dear Miss Breed on a whim at a used bookshop because I love letters and I'm a librarian who loves reading about other librarians and their adventures. I … Continue reading Review: Dear Miss Breed
Milestone: 11 Published Translations!
Since I've just recently hit a new milestone (11 published speculative fiction translations, with another 1 on the way!), I thought I'd highlight each of my published translations so far and why I love them. (I've also included the corresponding submission stats, for the curious.) Based on my statistics for these translations, it usually takes … Continue reading Milestone: 11 Published Translations!
Review: Jennifer Government
CW: Mass shooting Jennifer Government by Max Barry (2003) This was my third re-read of Jennifer Government—the first time was in 2003, while it still had the NEW sticker on it at the library, and the second was ca. 2013, after successfully tracking down "the sci-fi book with a green eye on the cover". Jennifer … Continue reading Review: Jennifer Government
Cocktail Recipe: Lillet-berry Mule
I invented this recipe while trying to recreate (from memory) a berry-flavored Lillet cocktail I once had at a restaurant in Germany. Though this is not the same, it comes rather close and tastes quite refreshing - perfect for a hot day! Ingredients Makes 1 drink. 1 oz. Lillet blanc 1 oz. vodka 1 oz. … Continue reading Cocktail Recipe: Lillet-berry Mule
Review: Parable of the Sower
Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler (1993) I've been meaning to read Parable of the Sower for about a decade — I'm ashamed to admit that I didn't know this book even existed until I heard it recommended multiple times across various panels at my first Balticon. Parable of the Sower is commonly recommended … Continue reading Review: Parable of the Sower
Review: On Tyranny
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century by Timothy Snyder (illustrated by Nora Krug; published by Ten Speed Press in 2021) I was interested in reading the graphic novel adaptation of On Tyranny because I enjoyed reading Timothy Snyder's original book, and because I was already familiar with Nora Krug's work as a graphic … Continue reading Review: On Tyranny
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