By Javacia Harris Bowser, See Jane Write Magazine founding editor I met Amy Bickers on March 24, 2011, the night of the very first See Jane Write Birmingham event. That night Amy told me about a book she wanted to publish — a memoir. “What’s it about?” I asked jovially. “Well,” she said, “my husband killed… Continue reading The Geography of a Memoir: An Interview with Amy Bickers
Category: Writing
So You Want to Be a Freelancer?
By Danielle B. Hayden I’ve been riding the freelance roller coaster since 2011. I eased my way into this wild ride by first working a corporate job that demanded immense travel, which meant working from airports, hotels, and—sometimes—home. I then took a job as art director for a real estate content company that allowed me… Continue reading So You Want to Be a Freelancer?
The Birmingham Jane: Carrie Rollwagen
What would you do if you weren’t afraid? I have a long list of answers to this question: do a one-year blogging challenge, write and publish a book, strive to run a profitable small business, launch a Kickstarter campaign. But my list could be summed up with one statement: Be Carrie Rollwagen. Rollwagen is… Continue reading The Birmingham Jane: Carrie Rollwagen
Man of the Hour: TJ Beitelman
By Javacia Harris Bowser Though TJ Beitelman is a published author and poet he often refers to himself as “a frustrated visual artist.” As soon as you begin to read his latest novel John the Revelator you will understand why. The book is packed with rich images that captivate you, pull you into the story, and… Continue reading Man of the Hour: TJ Beitelman
Back to School: How one woman’s love for blogging led her to grad school
By Javacia Harris Bowser Last month fashion blogger Alexis Barton of SameChicDifferentDay.com made an important announcement on her website and social media channels. This particular announcement wasn’t about a new line of designer duds or about fall fashion trends. Last month Barton announced that she was going back to school. Barton is now attending… Continue reading Back to School: How one woman’s love for blogging led her to grad school
Looking Back, Looking Ahead – One Year of See Jane Write Magazine
By Javacia Harris Bowser, See Jane Write Magazine Founding Editor One year ago today I launched this online magazine for women who write and I was so excited that I threw a big party and invited everybody in Birmingham. We had a great time. And then we had a great year producing fun and informative content. Kim… Continue reading Looking Back, Looking Ahead – One Year of See Jane Write Magazine