Your Writing Has Value (Even if You Can't Stand the Sight of It)

Becky Brown

Published on: 01/09/2026

No writing you do is wasted. Everything you write informs and enriches future projects. Yes, even if you currently hate the writing and every word in it.

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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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July Artist Spotlight: Alexandria Mesz, Brings Jeff Knoblauch's Ark Ship Atlantis To Life

Mindy McVay

Published on: 01/07/2026

Meet Alexandria Mesz, a talented Kansas City illustrator working with Midnight Garden Publishing House and author Jeff Knoblauch to bring his vision of Arkship Atlantis to life. Learn more about her unique techniques and artistic process.

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May Slam Spotlight

Patricia Hartman

Published on: 01/06/2026

Midnight Garden Publishing's May Poetry Slam Winner at The Hoff, Jill Medina

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