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The Writer’s Almanac for Sunday, May 23, 2021

Posted on May 23, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

Today marks the birth of poet Jane Kenyon (1974). She said, “Be a good steward of your gifts. Protect your time. Feed your inner life.”

The Writer’s Almanac for Saturday, May 22, 2021

Posted on May 22, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

“Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” premiered on this day in 1967. The creation of Fred Rogers, a minister and puppeteer, who spoke to children of peace, patience, and diversity.

The Writer’s Almanac for Friday, May 21, 2021

Posted on May 21, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

One hundred forty years ago Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross after caring for the wounded in the U.S. Civil War and recognizing the need for aid was more than government could provide.

The Writer’s Almanac for Thursday, May 20, 2021

Posted on May 20, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

Honoré de Balzac was born this day in 1799. A prolific novelist and playwright, he is recognized as one of the fathers of literary realism.

The Writer’s Almanac for Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Posted on May 19, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

Today would have been the 80th birthday of Nora Ephron, author of classic movies such as When Harry Met Sally (1989), and Sleepless in Seattle (1993). She said, “Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the victim.”

The Writer’s Almanac for Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Posted on May 18, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

Today is the birthday of Tina Fey (1970) an actress and writer of humor for print, stage, and screen. She said in her book “Bossypants,” “Do your thing and don’t care if they like it.”

The Writer’s Almanac for Monday, May 17, 2021

Posted on May 17, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

Author Gary Paulsen is celebrating his 82nd birthday today. Author of “Hatchet” and “Dogsong” and other books mostly about coming of age and the wilderness.

The Writer’s Almanac for Sunday, May 16, 2021

Posted on May 16, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

“Poetry is the liquid voice that can wear through stone.” –Adrienne Rich, born May 16, 1929.

The Writer’s Almanac for Saturday, May 15, 2021

Posted on May 15, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

“The Dyings have been too deep for me, and before I could raise my heart from one, another has come.” –Emily Dickinson, died May 15, 1886.

The Writer’s Almanac for Friday, May 14, 2021

Posted on May 14, 2021 - Writer's Almanac

“It might be possible that the world itself is without meaning,” and “To love makes one solitary.” – quotes from “Mrs Dalloway” published May 14, 1925.

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