Author Archives: Julia Barrett

Good news! Your sex toys are good to go!

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Julia Barrett

According the the San Francisco Chronicle…you know, the newspaper in the city of kink, your sex toys are safe in your carry-on luggage. “The Transportation Safety Administration, whose job it is to fully consider such matters, has decreed that vibrators … Continue reading →

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Happy Father’s Day To You!

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Julia Barrett

My son’s birthday falls right around, or on, Father’s Day, so that takes precedence. I’m baking him a whiskey cake right now - our tradition - and I bought him some amazing used books when I took a break from … Continue reading →

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The Dreaded Conversation.

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Julia Barrett

As you know, I’ve been helping my parents move to a new home for the past three days. It’s been interesting, to say the least. I didn’t get much sleep. Lost a couple fingernails. Grew a few gray hairs. Crushed … Continue reading →

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Schadenfreude

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Julia Barrett

I’m off for three days, but I’m leaving you with some marvelous words I think authors and readers should be familiar with, some resources and some opinions, for what they’re worth. Schadenfreude: Pleasure derived from the misfortune of others. Avarice: … Continue reading →

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Techno Crazed by Sarah Makela

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Julia Barrett

Techno Crazed, by Sarah Makela, Changeling Press. Finding Inspiration Inspiration, the muse, etc. certainly has a way of springing ideas when we’re not expecting them. It’s a powerful thing to be pounced on by an idea for a new book … Continue reading →

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