Monthly Archives: June 2015

We Are Stronger

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

It’s been a rough month as I have struggled with some professional decisions, but then today Mr. Smith helped me remember something very important: I am stronger than this. I haven’t been able to eat or sleep much due to the … Continue reading →

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Knowing What to Leave Out

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith
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€2,000 Carrot Delays The Braid

Posted on June 28, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

I have been so excited to release The Braid… until my good friend Rachel told me about the Seán Ó Faoláin Short Story Competition. The prizes are worth going for; first prize:  is €2,000, publication in the literary journal Southword, and a week-long … Continue reading →

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And have no one to blame but yourself…

Posted on June 27, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith
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Celebrate: Why not?

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

The past few weeks I’ve forgotten to do my celebrate post. A life without celebration is like a meal with no flavor—so the first thing I’m celebrating this week is that I remembered to celebrate! It was a tough week with lots … Continue reading →

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The Braid Cover Reveal

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

The time has come to reveal the cover for my upcoming short story release, The Braid, available exclusively on Amazon.com. I’m excited about this one and the line up I have ahead over the next few months. More news soon—

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The maker of a sentence…

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith
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Dandilyon Fluff is Five!

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

Today Dandilyon Fluff has passed the five year mark and Kyra Cato made this outstanding video to commemorate it. Serious talent, anyone needing video editing work need to send her a message. Thanks for sharing the journey—and enjoy the video!

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Dark Muse: Linda Addison

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

What can I say about Linda Addison’s book, How To Recognize A Demon Has Become Your Friend? This collection of prose and poetry takes the reader on a roller coaster of experience from the fantasy back alleys of Little Red in … Continue reading →

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Vitruvia Designs Kickstarter

Posted on June 21, 2015 by Angela Yuriko Smith

Adrienne Myers has started a Kickstarter campaign to fund her trip to Boston to sell 300 pieces of her handcrafted, steampunk inspired jewelry. Unique, creative and inspired—Adrienne has 13 days to raise less than $1,300. Visit her Vitruvia Designs campaign. Good luck … Continue reading →

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