June 19, 2011
by Valya
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The red tulip is the symbol of Parkinson’s Disease. From the Parkinsons.org website: Parkinson’s disease is one of a larger group of neurological conditions called motor system disorders. Historians have found evidence of the disease as far back as 5000 … Continue reading
June 19, 2011
by Valya
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Just got home from a lovely BBQ at my parents’ house, with a nice long chat over coffee. I love these chats. As a young person, we had many meaningful chats over coffee, usually on the heels of a heated … Continue reading
June 7, 2011
by Valya
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Today my friend in Paris sent me a link to Guardian editor Alison Flood’s response to the Wall Street Jounral commentary on YA Literature. I’d recommend reading Flood’s article: Teen fiction accused of being ‘rife with depravity.’ It discusses the reactions … Continue reading
June 2, 2011
by Valya
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Printers Row Lit Fest is happening this weekend in Chicago! I’ll be around to answer questions about the Chicago Writers Association and the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame, as well as sell/sign copies of my novel, The Silence of Trees. … Continue reading