What is expected?

Posted on May 15, 2019May 15, 2019 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

It’s nice to revisit old things. I like to re-read Jane Eyre, Wild Ink, Matilda; books I love, shows I… Read more What is expected?

Damn poetry

Posted on April 17, 2019April 17, 2019 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

I love making fun of poetry. Everyone I knew growing up seemed to try their hand at the serious stuff… Read more Damn poetry

Why do you write (publish)?

Posted on March 26, 2019 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

The “Why do you write?” question is everywhere. At this point I can’t even tell if it’s rhetorical or not… Read more Why do you write (publish)?

Connecting with readers

Posted on February 13, 2019 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

It’s happened a lot. I write something and think: This is the story that everyone will want! Fast-forward past queries,… Read more Connecting with readers

Patience with Poop

Posted on November 16, 2018 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

https://mothersalwayswrite.com/patience-with-poop/ Some days are all about squishy hugs, then there are days that are just squishy… This is the life… Read more Patience with Poop

Raising Stories

Posted on October 24, 2018 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

I wrote an essay on parenting and went back to realize that it worked with writing too. If I change… Read more Raising Stories

Operation Free Books

Posted on July 6, 2018 by JessicaMarieBaumgartner

This week was packed with plenty of explosions. Even in areas where shooting off fireworks is illegal, there were (and… Read more Operation Free Books