I came across this essay in the 2019 issue of The Salal Review http://www.salalreview.com/volume-19.htm. The Salal Review is the literary and arts journal of Lower Columbia Community College in Longview, WA. The essay spoke to me and I feel it might speak to others as well. Hello, my name is Fat, and I'm rachel.… Continue reading Losing Rachel
Author: tiffanydickinson
I am a multi-genre writer, with published articles and award-winning poems and short stories. I write for all ages, focusing on fiction and poetry. I have several works in progress including picture books, short stories, and novels. I'm a member of SCBWI, Willamette Writers, and Oregon Writers Colony, and I'm currently enrolled in the Institute of Children's Literature. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter (@TiffanyDickins4), and Instagram (@tiffanyddickinson). Thanks for visiting and may we meet on the written page again soon!
Portland Day-tripping
In May, my daughter and I spent a day in downtown Portland, OR, testing out the light rail system and seeing what we could see on foot and via public transportation. My article about this day, with photos, is in the latest issue of the Columbia River Reader. You can read the article and the… Continue reading Portland Day-tripping
A Starry Night
Last night while walking to the camp restroom, I looked up. Guess what I saw. Yes, stars. More stars than I’ve ever seen before. The longer I looked up, the more stars became visible to me. It was as if there were shy ones, waiting to see if I’d pay attention long enough to make… Continue reading A Starry Night
The True Story Behind GHOST CAT by Kevan Atteberry Will Move You
Hello Readers, After losing our 10-month-old pug last week, this story particularly speaks to me. I've heard Kevan Atteberry read. He is a sweet man and a talented artist. -Tiffany
TO RETREAT OR NOT TO RETREAT In November, I attended my first writing retreat. Weekend on the Water Retreat on Bainbridge Island was offered through the Society of Children’s Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). The retreat was held at Islandwood, an immense, wooded park equipped with cabins, an education building, a dining hall, and several cabins.… Continue reading