Learning To Fly

On today's episode of the Learning to Fly Podcast, I got to interview Liv B. one of the performers from the Come As You Are Open Mic that was held in June! We talk about dwarfism, poetry, music and growing up just a little bit differently - a little less growing too, if we're honest. And I'm thrilled to announce that there are some amazing projects coming up that you won't want to miss!

Support Liv and Stay in the loop at: https://www.instagram.com/livvywritespoetry/

Today's episode is definitely on the longer side. It's a bonus, it's informative. It's for anyone who wants to know and learn about self-publishing poetry - particularly in the United States. We talk primarily about Ingrim Spark and KDP (Amazon's self-publishing service), but other resources are mentioned and many other poets are mentioned as examples. 

If you have not yet found R. Clift please check out:

Her website: https://rcliftpoetry.com/

Her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r.cliftpoetry/

Her NEW Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/rcliftpoetry/posts

and of course purchase her books!

P.S. I WAS TOTALLY SERIOUS if you purchase and annotate any of Rachel's books and share with me, I will purchase one of her books missing from your collection. For the first 10 listeners to reach out!

I'm thrilled to announce that today's episode (fragmented or otherwise) is a conversation between myself and Rhiannon McGavin, author of "Branches" and "Grocery List Poems"! Two stellar collections that can be found anywhere you love to buy books. In this episode there's advice for young teen writers and advice for seasoned creators alike. There's also lots of laughter and robot lady voices! So let's kick off another great day with Learning to Fly and Rhiannon McGavin!

To support Rhiannon on social media: https://www.instagram.com/rhiannonmcgavin/

https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGeekyBlonde

To pick up a copy of either of her books check out:

https://www.skylightbooks.com/search/site/grocery%20list%20poems (This is an independent bookstore that will also soon offer signed copies!)

https://notacult.media/books/p/grocery?rq=Rhiannon%20McGavin

and anywhere else you already love to support that sells books!

And if you're in the Los Angeles area, keep up with her on Instagram for upcoming events! Like the signing at skylight books in July!

Today's episode is probably one of my favorite episodes in a while: Ash Raymond James joins me to discuss Mind noise, his latest self-published release (still in it's fantastic pre-order phase!), writing process, workshops, and so much insanity. But the fun kind of insanity! As Ash would say, "It's a book about space... that doesn't mention space!" Get your copy today and you'll understand!

Buy Mind Noise or other cool works at: https://www.mindnoise.co.uk/shop

Follow on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ashraymondjames/

Give the Tin Roof Poetry Gang a shout out too, because they are all stellar poets Ash knows and loves: https://www.instagram.com/tinroofpoetry/?hl=en

Also buy a ticket to the Come As You Are Open Mic on June 26th and you can see him perform in that awesomely crazy zoom live sense!!!! Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-as-you-are-open-mic-tickets-154635975365

Today, I've decided to share with you some of the lesser known poems in my collection Dear Bouquet. As a reminder that all pieces are important and whether they were written for yourself or an audience does not change how they are received or valued. Also, I encourage you to join me on Patreon.com/learningtofly where I am currently running a promotion - 3 months or rewards at once to thank and delight you. 

Consider picking up your copy of dear bouquet on amazon or my website www.sincerelybluejay.com today. 

What does light mean to you? Is it hope? Is it kindness? Is it basking in the radiant talents and conversations of the world around you? I hope that today's episode helps you not only explore light in some new and metaphorical ways, but it also reminds you to be a kind and gentle human in all that you do. So essentially coming as yourself. Yes, come as you are is still on my mind - it's a huge project, it's an event I highly encourage you to be a part of in whatever way suits you best! And ultimately, I hope today's episode is just the spark you need. 

For more information:

To buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-as-you-are-open-mic-tickets-154635975365

To submit your poems: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRECR3X7qj8WIzpCi0FaXHK90mIw45KwC0XvIa8uOojbPgRA/viewform

Today's episode is just a reminder that today is indeed the last day to submit your pieces for the come as you are open mic. It also lets you know some more about the show and why it's so important that you come as you are in daily living! And yes, I promise tomorrow we will talk about something different. 

For more information:

To buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-as-you-are-open-mic-tickets-154635975365

To submit your poems: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRECR3X7qj8WIzpCi0FaXHK90mIw45KwC0XvIa8uOojbPgRA/viewform

I tried something new for today's episode, I crafted prompts and an experience into one blissful, creative, encouraging episode, to help you reach your fullest self. To inspire you to come as you are in everything you do. And most of all, to encourage you to join in on the Come As You Are Open mic project, where we are raising money to support inclusion and diversity in the ever growing tech industry. Tomorrow, at 11:59 PM EST is your last chance to submit to be in the show. And believe me when I tell you, we'd truly love to have you. 

For more prompts follow me @sincerelybluejaypoetry on Instagram or @SincerelyblueJ on twitter. 

For More about Come As You Are:

To buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-as-you-are-open-mic-tickets-154635975365

To submit your poems: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRECR3X7qj8WIzpCi0FaXHK90mIw45KwC0XvIa8uOojbPgRA/viewform

This collection fell into my lap by magic or happenstance. And I'm thrilled to share and review it with you here today! I sincerely hope you'll be interested in sharing some support with the Radiant Poet - who truly does have a radiant voice and pick up a copy of "How We Love" for yourself!

To support: https://www.instagram.com/theradiantpoet/

To get your own copy: https://www.artsemotions.art/category/poetry

For more Come As You Are:

to buy tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/come-as-you-are-open-mic-tickets-154635975365

To submit your poems: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRECR3X7qj8WIzpCi0FaXHK90mIw45KwC0XvIa8uOojbPgRA/viewform