Where I've Been This Time (or, some links to new publications, including Parents)

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As many of you know, the vast majority of my regular online writing life has moved to Instagram (@emilybrisse). But, since a fair few of you don't do the social media thing (good on you!), I thought it was time here for a brief update.

In addition to parenting and teaching and hiking and reading and road-tripping and surviving over the course of the pandemic (hope you and your family fared as well as possible), I've kept writing. It's been a slow but sure journey, and I'm happy to say I've reached a significant milestone in my big project: writing a novel. More on that soon! 

Until then, check this link for a list of many of my publications that can be found online from places like Creative Nonfiction, Motherwell, and Grub Street Review. My latest is a hybrid reported piece--a departure from what I typically write--up at Parents about the economy, mom guilt, and the benefits of daycare. If that sounds interesting, I'd love to hear what you think. 

And if you are a social media maven, and we're not connected in that sphere, come find me! I share a lot of posts inspired by nature, my kiddos, my students, my reading life, and the occasional stupid joke. :)


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