I have written about ducks numerous times in the past year. At one point, I grew quite attached to a few of them, especially a couple of ducklings, until they went and … Continue reading ON DOMESTICATED HOUSE PETS VS. WILD WATERFOWL: A COMPLETELY UNNECESSARY AND STUPID COMPARISON
The Agent gave me two guidelines for the blog. Be funny, she said. Your novel is funny. You’re #funnyman, for godsakes. Just be funny. If you’re funny, people might want … Continue reading ON ANTHROPOMORPHISM AND DARWIN
When all else fails, there are ducks. Everyone likes ducks. Well, not Elmer Fudd, but everyone else. And let’s face it, Daffy is a pain in the ass. I’m trying … Continue reading ON DUCK PARENTING, AND HUEY
I just rescued a fish from a falcon. Not sure why I did it, although it was an instant reaction. My desk is near a sliding door to the backyard … Continue reading On Saving Fish
It’s blogday and until yesterday there wasn’t much to write about. We visited New Orleans last weekend (more below), but otherwise, it’s been business as usual in the world. But … Continue reading On Fresh Duckling, Second-growth Tomatoes, and Badly-named Chocolate
I’m writing a new novel. Is that redundant, “new novel?” It’s a big thing that requires a lot of effort and attention. The entire story is mapped out, set in … Continue reading On Research