A lot of writers wish to be recluses. They avoid crowds. They enjoy being introverts. I am not that writer.… Read more Reacting to the Lit
Author: JessicaMarieBaumgartner
I am an addict of the written word who loves to write and read others' work. Although a bit of a bookworm, I can't help but go out and enjoy my own adventures before coming home to sit down and engage in a story.
Art VS Gimmick
Look at me look at me! I’m different!! I’m everything you need!!! Gimmick here, ploy there, marketing strategy, staketing mrategy,… Read more Art VS Gimmick
Ode to Pants
Write them the way they deserve
https://litreactor.com/columns/so-you-want-to-write-women Writing women has become a big deal. Everyone’s picking apart every female character and it drives me nuts. Instead… Read more Write them the way they deserve
8 Years and counting
It comes and goes every year and I always forget to celebrate. I’m not even sure if I should. I… Read more 8 Years and counting
Be one with the sun
Blessed Midsummer, Litha, solstice, summertime, and happy day!
Cut From The Same Cloth
https://buddylitzine.com/issues/issue-5/jessica-marie-baumgartner/ The best memories make the most entertaining stories. Last summer one of the funniest people I ever met died.… Read more Cut From The Same Cloth
I’m in the St. Louis Post Dispatch!
https://www.stltoday.com/opinion/columnists/jessica-marie-baumgartner-a-blues-community/article_61d583ec-5cd4-590a-95c5-8aa997bac7c3.html I’m supposed to be on writing hiatus… I know, I know But after the Blues won the Stanley Cup… Read more I’m in the St. Louis Post Dispatch!
Toot by Leslie Patricelli (reading)
A New Game
http://www.guardian-angel-kids.com/6-019-3Dflip/index.html Summertime is basically here. Sure the solstice is a few weeks off, but most kids are out of school… Read more A New Game
