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What a delightful group of writers in my Fall Workshop Series! We met for five weeks online to discuss writing intentions and share work in progress. It's a treat to take a deep dive into participants' work and talk about elements of craft along the way. My Winter Workshop Series begins January 27, 2026 (drafts due Jan. 10). All details HERE.
Lovely to see my article from The B Magazine about WAM Theatre at their Summer Soiree. Such a beautiful celebration (music, poetry, art, treats) at Doctor Sax House (Lenox, MA). And such a vital organization. WAM "donates a portion of their proceeds from theatrical events to organizations that work to benefit the lives of women and girls in our communities and worldwide."
Thrilled to see my story collection, Amphibians, in the window of Harvard Book Store! Thanks, Leapfrog Press and cheers to fellow Leapers. If you'd like a copy, please support the HBS.
Thanks to the WDA (Writers for Democratic Action) for including this excerpt, "Stan Tupper for Congress," from my memoir in progress (Daughter of Congress).
Thanks to Blake Reichenbach and Inkwell Insights for this refreshing conversation about writers supporting writers. I spoke with Blake about my next novel, AT THE CENTER (Regal House Publishing, 2027), the Warren Wilson MFA Program for Writers, writing rituals, Claire Keegan, Herman Melville, Oprah Winfrey, Maine and of course, Barry Manilow.
(I'm honored to be the first Fanilow on the podcast!)
Show notes: "Lara Tupper's upcoming novel, AT THE CENTER, is a fresh take on the topics of banned books and literary taboos. While it won't be available for readers until 2027, she has a wealth of work and wisdom to tide us over until then. In this delightful interview, Tupper's sensitive spirit and nurturing insights shine through. As a writer and writing coach with a teaching background, she has worked with writers at all stages of the process and experience levels, and it has all worked to solidify her love of story and the value it brings to the world."
Welcome to the brave new world! I'm glad the Authors Guild offers this option. My novel, At the Center, forthcoming from Regal House Publishing in 2027, imagines an AI-centered world where all printed books are banned. I wish it wasn't so prescient. I just registered my previous books. (AG members can that here.)
Best holiday present ever! It's with great joy that I can announce: My speculative-literary novel, At the Center, in which Paper Bans make books taboo, will be published by Regal House Publishing in 2027. Thank you to the team at RHP!
