I'm an indie author of magical realism/cosy fantasy. Here you'll find assorted musings on my writing process and life as a contemplative creative, as well as weekly writing prompts and monthly book unreviews. Pull up a chair, the kettle's on...
Exploring wonder and the wild from the ancient hills of Wales
My weekly post - Receipt from the Bookshop - is written in real time from my award-winning independent bookshop in St. Annes-on-Sea, UK. Paid subscribers also get an additional weekly essay/book review and access to my book club.
Stories about disentangling food and feeding from the market.
Personal essays exploring confidence and creativity in an online world.
Email newsletter from Chris La Tray, member of the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians, author of "Becoming Little Shell" from Milkweed Editions (8/20/2024), and 2023โ2025 Montana Poet Laureate.