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I’m a Persnickety Little Bitch, and It’s Why I’m a Good Editor
Rachel MacAuley and I talked about editing with a couple of the guys at Scripted.com. https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZVv0gKJrz61WHlYnRLjs8?si=obpW1UqhRSWRHFGg1sxrrw In this episode of The Scripted Podcast we sit down with veteran Scripted Editors Matthew Thompson & Rachel MacAulay to talk about the often contentious, but symbiotic relationship between a writer and their editor.How should an editor approach their… Continue reading I’m a Persnickety Little Bitch, and It’s Why I’m a Good Editor
Yes, I Abandoned the Modern Library 100 Reading Project
Last year, I started reading all of the books on the Modern Library 100. I wanted to slog through all of the books because it: Gave me a goal that would keep me focused. Was a good way to learn more about the writers that influenced some of my favorite living writers. Would force me… Continue reading Yes, I Abandoned the Modern Library 100 Reading Project
Nick Cave &TBS Almost Had the Best Album of 2019
Like a lot of Nick Cave fans, I could barely wait for the release of Ghosteen, the final album in a trilogy focused on synthesizers, sparse arrangements that become complex upon layering and repetition, and unbelievable loss. I listened to Ghosteen on the day of its digital release. I waited at least a month for a physical copy to… Continue reading Nick Cave &TBS Almost Had the Best Album of 2019
About Berman
I'm sad. I think we're lucky we got what we got from the man. I think we're lucky, but we needed more. Like, a whole lot more. You were a person, I bet. I meet so many pretend people. I never felt like you were pretend. I wore a friend out on American Water while… Continue reading About Berman
Month 3 – The Modern Library 100 Reading Project
This is Part 3 of my Modern Library 100 Reading Project Among my friends and relatives, it's well known that I hate the heat. I used to break out in some kind of rash or welts or something until I was in my mid-20s. Thankfully, that period has passed. This July, however, was a scorcher.… Continue reading Month 3 – The Modern Library 100 Reading Project
Matthew Allen Thompson 