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The Dodo: “… An early example of humanity’s ability to sabotage the natural world.”

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Ethel Rohan

The quote in the title above is taken from a tiny, pretty book of memoir, illustrations, and fascinating footnotes on objects, animals, and people. My thanks to Brandi Wells, Managing Editor, Black Warrior Review, for publishing my response to Stephanie … Continue reading →

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It’s Been A While

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Ethel Rohan

since I’ve written here. I first started blogging four Januarys ago under the title Straight From the Heart in My Hip: Snapshots of a Writer’s Mind. My intention was to write straight and honest out of the swirl of my head. … Continue reading →

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SF Weekly Shortest 25 Question Interview EVER

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

It’s that time of year when notable and award lists abound. Yeah, that isn’t what this post is about. Maybe someday … (Yes, this is a shameless nudge.) In the same spirit, however, I announce myself Winner of the Shortest … Continue reading →

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The New York Times

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

published my op-ed essay on women’s rights and Ireland’s antiquated abortion laws, written in response to the terrible death of Dr. Savita Halappanavar in an Irish hospital.

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Split

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

I co-wrote a brief article on emigration for The Irish Times with fellow Dubliner and new emigrant to San Francisco, Sarah Griffin (photo via The Irish Times and taken by Ian Tuttle). Excerpt: Sarah voiced a reluctance to join the … Continue reading →

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Pure Class

Posted on October 18, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

Finished Laura van den Berg’s chapbook, THERE WILL BE NO MORE GOOD NIGHTS WITHOUT GOOD NIGHTS, from Origami Zoo Press and highly recommend the read. The stories are so skillful and moving and imaginative. Really beautiful work. Readers, treat yourself. Teachers … Continue reading →

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Dancing At The Gold Monkey

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

My review of Allen Learst’s debut story collection, Dancing at the Gold Monkey, winner of the Leapfrog Fiction Contest, 2011, is live at New York Journal of Books. Excerpt: Yet this isn’t a collection about promise and rebirth. Nor is … Continue reading →

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Louise Phillips: Bestselling Crime Writer

Posted on September 18, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

My interview with Louise Phillips, bestselling crime writer and author of the debut novel, Red Ribbons,  is live at PANK. Go, read, enjoy. Thank you.

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I Love You!

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

is the title of my short-short story published today at Hobart. Thank you, Aaron Burch. Excerpt: The monkey breeder takes her credit card details. Through the telephone there’s rain. Rain! From her window, the Beverley Hills shimmer and seem to … Continue reading →

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On Your Mark, Get Set, GOLD!

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Ethel Rohan

Mark Rohan competed in two hand-cycling races at the 2012 London Paralympics and he won two Gold Medals. He completed his second race this past Friday in just under two hours and won by a two second lead. Mark and … Continue reading →

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