A Small Press Life: Books. Art. Writing. Life. Tea.

Not just a blog, a philosophy

A Reminder from Sylvia

Posted on May 11, 2016 by maedez

I’ve shared this quote before, but it’s good enough to share again:

Wise words from Sylvia

J.M. Barrie Quote

Posted on May 10, 2016 by maedez

J.M. Barrie Quote

Inspiration Board: 3 May 2016

Gallery

Posted on May 3, 2016 by maedez

This gallery contains 9 photos.

Patti Smith Quote

Posted on April 28, 2016 by maedez

Patti Smith Quote

Gertie Stein Quote

Posted on April 20, 2016 by maedez

Gertrude Stein Quote

Including novellas…

Antagonist or Protagonist?

Posted on April 5, 2016 by maedez

“You don’t really understand an antagonist until you understand why he’s a protagonist in his own version of the world.”-John Rogers

Leonard Cohen Quote

Posted on April 1, 2016 by maedez

“Poetry is just the evidence of life. If your life is burning well, poetry is just the ash.”-Leonard Cohen

Anton Chekhov Quote

Posted on March 22, 2016 by maedez

“The task of a writer is not to solve the problem but to state the problem correctly.”-Anton Chekhov

Weekly Photo Challenge: Harmony

Posted on March 6, 2016 by maedez

Weekly Photo Challenge: Harmony

Ghostly Dallas skyline

Beatrix Potter Quote

Posted on March 5, 2016 by maedez

Beatrix Potter quote

R.I.P. Norman Lloyd (1914-2021)

Norman Lloyd, long a personal favorite of mine, was a fascinating man and performer. Norman Lloyd Dead [THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER]

Geoffrey Scott was from a younger generation than the performers I normally write about, but his handsome presence was ubiquitous during my 1980s childhood. From Dynasty to The Love Boat, Night Court, and Battle of the Network Stars, his charisma and acting ability lit up the small screen for decades. He will be missed. Geoffrey […]

Kirk Douglas: 1916-2020

[2019 Reel Infatuation Blogathon] But Baby Think of Me Once in Awhile: On Andy Travis as Television’s Best (and Hunkiest) Boss

Welcome to the 2019 Reel Infatuation Blogathon! Baby, If You’ve Ever Wondered: It still seems like yesterday that the idea for RI popped in my head. It was actually in December 2015, while in a hotel room getting ready for a holiday party, when it occurred to me that there was a gap in the classic […]

Announcing the 2019 Reel Infatuation Blogathon!

This is one of my favorite events of the year, and not just because I’m the co-hostess. It’s simply that good. And fun. Oh, so much fun! Here’s my original announcement. ANNOUNCING THE 2019 REEL INFATUATION BLOGATHON I hope you’ll join us!