Veni, Vidi… Roma Part 1
I rambled miles and miles all over Rome in the last week. I visited museums and sites which spanned the history there... Read More
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Russkie Knigi—The Rest of the Story
Almost exactly two years ago, I posted the story of when the Russian hordes poured over the ramparts at Wonder Book… Read More
Sugar Mountain
What made me think of that song? I dunno. I was casting about for a hook for this week's story, and that song started playing in my head... Read More
Please Come to Boston…And Many Other Places
It is 4 in the morning. The end of November. I'm writing this now cuz I know that I better. Why? The end of each week has become an obsession here... Read More
Round and Round Part 15
"Should we call the police?!" the bookseller asked excitedly. Althea took a very deep breath and exhaled slowly. Cold steam came out of her like a cloud... Read More
Another London Song Part 2
Saturday, Heathrow. It will be a long day of transport. If I can focus, I will be able to catch up on a lot of work. I'll be stuck in a seat for many hours... Read More