Write Drunk, Edit Sober?
My latest blog post for Blackbird Writers is here:https://blackbirdwriters.com/tim-chapman-says-dont-write-drunk/
My Friend Rob
A dear friend, Rob Sokolick, recently passed away. We worked together at the CPD and ISP Crime Labs. I left to pursue careers in teaching and writing. He left to…
New Name, Same Great Taste
Chang's Academy in Elmhurst is now Elmhurst Martial Arts. We even have an attractive new logo signifying the concept of wu wei (not doing) which can be thought of as…
Jazz Fest 2016
Looks like a good lineup this year. Meet me downtown! http://jazzinchicago.org/jazzfest/
The Story of a Story (The Untold Story)
I am not a fan of musical theater. The only time I want someone singing dialog at me is in an opera being sung in a language I don't understand.…
Chicago Mystery Writers Celebrate Short Stories
Local authors Tim Chapman, Libby Fischer Hellmann, Diane Piron-Gelman, and J. Michael Major will read and discuss the short story form. They will also be available to sign their latest…
More Randi Russo!
Artist/musician Randi Russo's new work at the Thomas Masters Gallery, 245 W. North Ave., Chicago. Tomorrow night (1/9/15) at 6 pm. Music and art, check it out!
Literary Fun At A Local Noshery
Next Tuesday, 12/9, a bunch of us writer types are appearing at the Panera Bread, 1140 Plaza Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173, for a fundraiser to benefit the Love Is Murder…