Attack of the Vacation Beard
There comes a point in every man’s life when he decides it’s time to let Mother Nature take her course and let the old face garden grow. To mimic the … Continue reading Attack of the Vacation Beard
Author: Jim Knipp
2012 GenCon – Writers Workshop
As mentioned, I went back to GenCon in August. It was an adventure, as thrilling and exhausting as the first one I attended back in 2009 and there’s a lot … Continue reading 2012 GenCon – Writers Workshop
Down the Shore
If you need any more proof that I’m a man married to the places and routines of the past (as if the knowledge that I’m still living in my hometown … Continue reading Down the Shore
Portland IV – The Return
When last we spoke, I was being led by a scorned lady GPS right into the path of an oncoming Portland Seafood Company delivery truck. Me and my wandering, weary … Continue reading Portland IV – The Return
Portland Part 3 – Portland
Dearest readers, I have a confession to make. I haven’t been exactly truthful in all parts of this story, specifically at the end of the last post, when I said … Continue reading Portland Part 3 – Portland
Portland Trip – Part 2: San Francisco
When last we chatted, I was being escorted to Airport security because SOMEBODY didn’t appreciate my CPAP inspired Bane impersonation. Luckily for me, I used my superior intellect to devise … Continue reading Portland Trip – Part 2: San Francisco
The Portland Trip
I recently had to take a business trip across country, (Portland by way of San Francisco). I’ve decided to recount my journey for your entertainment. All of what you read … Continue reading The Portland Trip
On turning 16
My middle baby turns 16 this week. It has been an extraordinary journey, watching our sweet, little Bubbles metamorph into an equally sweet, gorgeous young lady with a world full … Continue reading On turning 16
Writers Advice – Show Don’t Tell
The editorial calendar says this is the week I write my first advice column for young writers. I know what you’re thinking. Jim, haven’t you been writing for like only … Continue reading Writers Advice – Show Don’t Tell
My Five Favorite Brushes with Death
I had been planning on writing some summer movie reviews this week, but then I ran into this story: http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2012/04/killer-swan-blamed-for-mans-drowning/ The guy was killed by a swan. A goddamn swan! … Continue reading My Five Favorite Brushes with Death
Papa Knipp’s advice for his High School Graduate
As I mentioned last week, my oldest baby just graduated High School. As hard as it is for me to believe that I’m old enough to be the parent of … Continue reading Papa Knipp’s advice for his High School Graduate
2012 Philadelphia Writers Conference
I’m in the midst of an incredibly busy June and tucked between bachelor parties (including a kickass Zombie Survival Camp), my oldest daughter’s graduation and my bro-in-law’s wedding, I had … Continue reading 2012 Philadelphia Writers Conference
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