Thank you so much for mentioning my essay, and I also wanted to say I have a video of my youngest when she was 3yo singing Country Road. I just taught myself to play chords on the guitar. She is 9yo now but it is such a fond memory. The song speaks to nostalgia in many ways. Glad you were able to get some time off. But also glad to see you back!
Thank you so much for mentioning our Strong Sense of Place podcast and Substack. I'm very glad you're enjoying the show! It's a touch choice between audiobooks and podcasts, and I'm grateful you're inviting us into your ears :-)
You shouted out two of my favorite Substack writers, too! I love Simon Haisell's insights and commentary on the Wolf Hall trilogy, and I've found so much inspiration in Jillian Hess' Noted — I'm excited to explore your other recommendations.
Matthew, what a great list of resources for inspiration, learning new things or seeing the themes you know in a new light. I found a few new names and pieces I didn't know of.
And I'm honored to be part of your list of interest for September. A good way to end the month! 🍂
Thank you so much, Matthew, for mentioning my newsletter, Layers of a Creative Life. Wonderful to talk with you too, about Baxter State Park. Let me know when you make it to Maine! Thank you for the positive you are putting forth into the world!
Charlene - you are very welcome. I was glad to "meet" you and get the chance to chat about Maine. I will be sure to stay in touch as my AT plans develop.
Happy birthday to your grandmother, Matthew! Enjoy your time in Missouri with family. I like your practice of finding things to read from your subscriber list and sharing them. I do the same. ^-^
Your mention is so very kind, thank you Matthew. I really enjoy receiving your comments over on Fragments, and of course reading your thoughts here and discovering trails to many new books and writers. I'll be sure to dip into some of those listed above. P.S. Enjoyed seeing your notebooks in Jillian's feature.
Thank you so much for mentioning my essay, and I also wanted to say I have a video of my youngest when she was 3yo singing Country Road. I just taught myself to play chords on the guitar. She is 9yo now but it is such a fond memory. The song speaks to nostalgia in many ways. Glad you were able to get some time off. But also glad to see you back!
Thanks Zina. Glad this could bring up a great memory for you.
Thank you so much for mentioning our Strong Sense of Place podcast and Substack. I'm very glad you're enjoying the show! It's a touch choice between audiobooks and podcasts, and I'm grateful you're inviting us into your ears :-)
You shouted out two of my favorite Substack writers, too! I love Simon Haisell's insights and commentary on the Wolf Hall trilogy, and I've found so much inspiration in Jillian Hess' Noted — I'm excited to explore your other recommendations.
Thank you Matthew, and thank you Melissa! So many wonderful things happening on Substack these days. It is the place to be.
Definitely agree Simon.
I think my favorite thing about Substack is how much I am inspired each day. There are so many great creative minds doing wonderful things.
Matthew, what a great list of resources for inspiration, learning new things or seeing the themes you know in a new light. I found a few new names and pieces I didn't know of.
And I'm honored to be part of your list of interest for September. A good way to end the month! 🍂
Monica - thanks for writing boldly. Glad to support your work by sharing it with others.
Thank you, Matthew!
Thank you so much, Matthew, for mentioning my newsletter, Layers of a Creative Life. Wonderful to talk with you too, about Baxter State Park. Let me know when you make it to Maine! Thank you for the positive you are putting forth into the world!
Charlene - you are very welcome. I was glad to "meet" you and get the chance to chat about Maine. I will be sure to stay in touch as my AT plans develop.
A great commonplace selection. Something for everyone.
Thanks Maureen. Hope you find something to enjoy here.
Matthew, what a great round up! So much to choose from, thank you!
Thanks so much Jody!
Happy birthday to your grandmother, Matthew! Enjoy your time in Missouri with family. I like your practice of finding things to read from your subscriber list and sharing them. I do the same. ^-^
Thanks Tiffany. We had a great time celebrating my grandmother. I also got to work on the farm a bit which I have missed. It was quality family time.
Thanks for sharing, Matthew! I loved learning a little bit more about your system too when you shared in the comments ◡̈
You are welcome Michelle. It is always great to discover how other readers manage their literary lives!
Your mention is so very kind, thank you Matthew. I really enjoy receiving your comments over on Fragments, and of course reading your thoughts here and discovering trails to many new books and writers. I'll be sure to dip into some of those listed above. P.S. Enjoyed seeing your notebooks in Jillian's feature.
Glad to share you with others Matt. You have a great talent and your writing has positively impacted me.
Matthew, thanks for this, there is so much good stuff here.
You are welcome; glad you enjoyed it.