Patricia Hartman

Midnight Garden's Newest Garden Space

Patricia Hartman

Published on: 01/09/2026

The post discusses the newest addition to Midnight Garden Publishing, the children's section. Which begins being built this year with the assistance of a training program focusing on inclusivity at KU.

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July's Open Mic & Slam Night

Patricia Hartman

Published on: 01/08/2026

July brought back some amazing regulars to the Hometown Olathe Family Farm. Open mic night was amazing and we opened it with Riley sharing a beautiful song she had writtern! Read more about our first back to back winner and more!

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August's Editorial Advice Corner

Patricia Hartman

Published on: 01/08/2026

Patricia Hartman discusses how to accept and learn from editorial advice and learning to gracefully accept and use criticism when first starting the process with any manuscript because it will always feel personal and hard.

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July Editorial; Promoting & Utilizing Freedom of Speech Through Literature

Patricia Hartman

Published on: 01/07/2026

This month's editorial discusses the fundamental right of freedom of speech and the ways it applies intrinsically to authors of all genres.

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