Daily Diversion #178: Penguin in the Snow, or: Proof That I Am a Giant Weirdo

We are in the midst of an unusual (and heavy) early season snowstorm. I took time out from trimming my tree to do this:

Little Penguin in the Snow

Little Penguin in the Snow

I did a whole series, using several ornaments. My neighbors must think me quite the delight. 

“Well, I know now. I know a little more how much a simple thing like a snowfall can mean to a person.”-Sylvia Plath

Across the Globe with Issue Five.

I am proud, delighted, and honored to be included in this wonderful issue, which revolves around the theme of culture. My contribution is “Correspondence on Culture: There is Such Beauty in Doing Your Own Thing,” but everything in this month’s edition is worth your time. Thanks!

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Well, here it is folks. 

Despite the world’s best efforts, Issue Five of The Paperbook Collective is here for your viewing pleasure! 

Without further ado…

THE DECEMBER ISSUE!

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The Paperbook Collective Issue Five 2013

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The Paperbook Collective Issue Five 2013

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It has been an absolute honour and a privilege, once again, to be entrusted with the publishing of such incredible work.

I am continually amazed at the diversity of work that is submitted each month, no two pieces are the least alike. It has been wonderful to see how people have interpreted the ‘Culture’ theme, I have had a fascinating insight into some incredible cultural phenomenon’s across the globe.

It has been quite a difficult week for me over here in my little corner of the globe, but I am thrilled to finally publish the very last issue of The Paperbook Collective for 2013.

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[A Holiday Shopping Spree for the Bookworm] Fourth Stop: The Reader’s Catalog

THE READER’S CATALOG

This beautiful site is a one-stop shop for the understated reader in your life. Be warned: if you, too, are of a quietly bookish mind, you’ll want at least a dozen things for yourself. The Reader’s Catalog is full of useful goods with a literary bent, which automatically makes any purchase guilt free! That’s how it works, right?

A FEW HIGHLIGHTS:

Bodleian Winter Titles Wrapping Paper

Bodleian Winter Titles Wrapping Paper. $6.95. Image from The Reader’s Catalog.

Writer's Pencils

Writer’s Pencils. $18.95. Image from The Reader’s Catalog.

I Am Born Infant Tee

“I Am Born” Infant Tee (David Copperfield). $19.95. Image from The Reader’s Catalog.

DETAILS:

FIRST STOP: EDWARD GOREY HOUSE STORE

SECOND STOP: JANE AUSTEN GIFT SHOP

THIRD STOP: OUT OF PRINT CLOTHING