Winnifred the Wise Woman

No one alive remembers Winnifred’s youth–not even her! It is said that she’s no older than the mountains. She must be younger than that, they admit, but how much so? No one has an answer. Winnifred has lived… Read More

King Ferdinand of Ferdiland

Ferdinand the First, King of the Principality of Ferdiland, was a good king–as kings go. He was a kind man, to the degree that his responsibilities allowed. He was a fair and just king, or at least that… Read More

Do It For You

I’ve been thinking a lot recently about Barry Longyear. In talking with writers, I shared his lesson that art has to please you first, feed your soul. Other “goals” can lead you to ruin if you put them… Read More

Ray Bradbury: The Patron Saint of Story Jazz

An Evening with Ray Bradbury

Ray Bradbury is the patron saint of Story Jazz. This is funny, inspiring, challenging, and controversial.

05/04/2025 Jazz Session 1 – The South Park Secret

This was our first Jazz Session. Our subject: The South Park Secret: Writing Solid Stories.