November
July 4, 2026
November | RSS.com In Snorewood, November is a distinct season characterized by its early darkness, cool weather, and the absence of tourists. The town embraces the season, with residents finding warmth and comfort in coffee shops, reading, and the familiar rhythms of daily life. The episode follows Priya, Bev, and Maureen as they navigate their
Nik’s Mother
July 4, 2026
Nik’s Mother | RSS.com Nik’s mother, Vera Petrov, arrives in Snorewood to visit her son. She arrives at the farmers market early, exploring the stalls and buying butter tarts from Gabrielle, who recognizes her as Nik’s mother. Vera enjoys the butter tarts, appreciating the slower pace of life in Snorewood and understanding why Nik enjoys
Audiobooks Are Not Cheating
July 3, 2026
Why Listening Is the Ultimate Power Move for the Modern Reader There is a quiet war being waged in the corners of book clubs, Twitter threads, and cozy coffee shop conversations. On one side, you have the Written Word Purists, those who believe that the only true way to enter a story is through the
Things that really helped me
Austin Kleon
I keep coming back to the books of Austin Kleon because his books feel less like instruction manuals and more like quiet conversations with someone who understands the creative struggle. Titles like Steal Like an Artist, Show Your Work!, and Keep Going don’t overwhelm they simplify, clarify, and gently nudge me back into motion.
I make a habit of reading them at least once a year, but I find myself reaching for them most when I’m stuck when ideas feel distant or motivation fades. There’s something about the way Kleon breaks creativity down into small, manageable actions that makes starting again feel possible.
In many ways, it was these books that pushed me to stop overthinking and actually create to hit publish, to share my thoughts, and ultimately to build this very website.
daring fireball blog
Reading Daring Fireball over the years has shaped how I think about writing on the internet. There’s a clarity and confidence in John Gruber’s style opinionated without being loud, thoughtful without being overcomplicated, that made blogging feel approachable, even necessary. He doesn’t just report on technology; he interprets it, questions it, and gives it context. That approach stuck with me. It’s what pushed me to start my own blog not to chase news, but to make sense of the tools we use every day and share that perspective in a way that feels human.