Laura's Mexican Writing Fiestas are dedicated to the notion that writing can be a pleasure as well as a serious craft. Immerse yourself in your writing and be inspired by the beauty of San Miguel-- its art, food, and culture. Next Writing Fiestas: July 24-30--Travel writing and … [Read more...]
Media exaggerates Mexico dangers
I’m in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, a charming and peaceful colonial town, which these days seems like a ghost town. The reason is that the U.S. media have scared people away. You can’t go on Fox News without hearing shrill and macabre reports about all the violence in Mexico, … [Read more...]
My not-so-unhappy childhood
Denver Denver's my home town, so it was great to do a reading at the Tattered Cover's new, cavernous Highlands Ranch bookstore, which many of my parents' friends attended. They appreciated the affectionate part I wrote about my parents, and I was glad that my parents were … [Read more...]