GOLD
The post titled “GOLD” blends personal reflection with a rallying cry for collective hope amid political turmoil, economic strain, and personal loss. It invokes literary and spiritual references to illustrate how small, kind actions can counteract feelings of hopelessness. The author urges readers to support democratic processes, especially upcoming midterms, and to engage in community service. Ultimately, the piece frames nature’s steady cycles as a metaphor for resilience and renewal.
"How I Write" With David Perell
Anne Lamott teamed up with writer‑entrepreneur David Perell for a "How I Write" podcast episode while on tour for her upcoming book Good Writing. The conversation delved into Lamott’s creative process and served as a live promotion for the book,...
From Whence I Sprang
Anne Lamott’s essay "From whence I sprang" reflects on a childhood shaped by a literary household, where classic authors and daily writing routines replaced conventional religious rituals. She credits her parents’ devotion to books, library visits, and disciplined writing habits...
Wednesday, I Think
Neal Allen and Anne Lamott wrapped up their ten‑day book tour in San Diego while battling a severe cold, urging readers to donate to the ACLU in lieu of a personal gift. Their writing guide, "Good Writing," recently hit the...
Live with Amanda De Cadenet and Anne Lamotte
In this episode, host Amanda de Cadenet chats with Anne Lamott and her husband Neil about their unexpected romance later in life, their shared fascination with death and dying, and the collaborative process behind their new book, *Good Writing: 36...
GOOD WRITING IS NOW ON SALE
The new book "Good Writing: 36 Ways to Improve Your Sentences" launches today, co‑written by Neal Allen and Anne Lamott. It delivers a concise, sentence‑by‑sentence toolkit for writers of memoirs, novels, emails, and grant proposals. The authors frame each tip...
I GOT TO BE IN GRETCHEN RUBIN'S HAPPINESS NEWSLETTER TODAY
Anne Lamott, prolific author of 20.5 books, is promoting her new co‑written guide *Good Writing: 36 Ways to Improve Your Sentences*, slated for release on March 17. In a recent interview she highlighted Barbara Kingsolver’s works, recommended the novel *Demon Copperhead*,...