Tag Archives: Twitter

Gaman (For the Next Four Years)

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Jan Morrill

I’m sad. I’m in shock. I’m disappointed. I’m fearful. I’ve set aside a long blog post that spilled much of what I’m feeling today because: So, I’ve been reflecting on gaman, the Japanese philosophy of endurance. How am I going … Continue reading →

Posted in gaman, politics, social media, The Red Kimono | Tagged book-blogger, books, Election, Facebook, Life, reading, sequel, stress, Trump, Twitter, Writing | 6 Comments

I Write Because…

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Jan Morrill

This week, I’m featured on the Tumblr blog, Asians Doing Everything. I’m honored to be included with many others who have been featured, and who fit the description: Asians Doing Everything recognizes and celebrates the work being done by Asians and … Continue reading →

Posted in culture, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Asians, Asians Doing Everything, Facebook, kimono, kimonogate, social media, Twitter, Writing | 1 Comment

My #HumbleBrag on Reviews

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Jan Morrill

One of the best things about going on vacation with my kids is the new things I learn. While in Alaska with my daughter, Andi, and my son, Adam and his wife, Emily, I learned many new things: How to … Continue reading →

Posted in #amwriting, Reviews, writers, Writing | Tagged Alaska, Amazon, reviews, The Red Kimono, Twitter, Urban Dictionary | 18 Comments

#Blessed

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Jan Morrill

I’ve been meaning to write this blog post since Saturday afternoon, upon my return from the Northwest Arkansas Writers Free Conference. Oddly enough, I intended to title the post “Blessed.” This morning, as I see #Blessed is a trending hashtag … Continue reading →

Posted in #amwriting, Writing | Tagged Dusty Richards, Fayetteville, Jim Davis, Northwest Arkansas Writers, Sisterhood of the Traveling Pen, Staci Troilo, The Red Kimono, Twitter, Velda Brotherton, Writers Resources | 18 Comments

I’m a Guest of The Lit Coach, Erin Reel

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Jan Morrill

I was happy to be asked by Erin Reel to be a guest on her blog, The Lit Coach. Ms. Reel is a former literary agent with almost ten years in the publishing industry. She “found” me on Twitter and … Continue reading →

Posted in Writing | Tagged African American, culture, Erin Reel, gender, race, The Lit Coach, Twitter, University of Arkansas Press | 4 Comments

Monday Morning Mashup: 06/11/12

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Jan Morrill

MASH-UP A creative combination or mixing of content from different sources. As many of you know from the scream heard across the World Wide Web, I have a publisher and a publication date for The Red Kimono. Now, much of my Internet gallivanting revolves around seeking marketing … Continue reading →

Posted in mashup, social media, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Benjamin Franklin, Facebook, Glen Gilmore, Kristen Lamb, Twitter, Velda Brotherton, Wizard of Oz, World Wide Web | 7 Comments

Monday Morning Mashup: 5/14/12

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Jan Morrill

MASH-UP A creative combination or mixing of content from different sources. Good grief. It’s been a month since I posted my last mashup. I have all kinds of excuses about how busy I’ve been, and though true, that’s what they are . . . excuses. I must … Continue reading →