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June 2026

Friday Letters: The Art of Becoming My Summer Self
From bookstores to dining, my best Maine tips. And an invitation to join me TOMORROW in conversation with author Dara Levan.
 • Abby Maslin
Is Your Memoir Publish-able?
Revisiting the 10 tips I wish I'd known before writing memoir (including why the world doesn't want your trauma porn and how to write about family)
 • Abby Maslin
Friday Letters: Summer (School) Is Here!
How I'm keeping myself accountable this summer because school's never out when you're a lifelong learner
 • Abby Maslin
The Most Important Step in Writing Is Often the One We Skip
The practical tip I offer every young writer (and myself) before any writing project
 • Abby Maslin
Friday Letters: Need Me, Need Me, Say that You Need Me
(Actually, don't. This is my out-of-office reply for the next few days.)
 • Abby Maslin
What I Give Up to Have a Writing Life
The real answer to "How do I find time?" and how to make art while being needed
 • Abby Maslin
Friday Letters: Why We Avoid the Things We Want Most
And permission to give yourself what you need this weekend (including a trip to the bookstore).
 • Abby Maslin
What I'm Learning about Money at 43
Turns out the classroom too many people skip is the one that teaches financial literacy. This year, I've been building my own.
 • Abby Maslin

May 2026

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