Archive - Creativity Under Capitalism

Here's a hug in the form of a curated reading list

I have a question and some reading recommendations for you!

Aug 8 •

July 2025

How to shift out of 'work brain' and into creative mode

Adapting Emily Nagoski's emotional floor plan model for creativity—because moving toward art isn't terribly different from moving toward lust.

Jul 25 •

Does the Freewrite Alpha actually facilitate distraction-free writing?

An 'inter-review' with Jude Jones, author of the newsletter Everything Is Temporary.

Jul 11 •

June 2025

My time at Orion Magazine's 2025 Environmental Writers' Summer Workshop

What was initially intimidating quickly became one of the most affirming experiences of my life.

Jun 27 •

Who are you trying to impress, anyway?

Jun 13 •

May 2025

Summer break starts now

See ya in June!

May 2 •

April 2025

Coverage does not equal endorsement

Being afraid to discuss the bad stuff probably isn't the hallmark of a healthy, art-forward society.

Apr 18 •

5 cons to consider before freelancing full-time

The freelance life can be a joyful one, but you'll want to have a plan to address each of these pitfalls.

Apr 4 •

March 2025

5 unexpected lessons I got from the Tucson Festival of Books

I didn't learn which ancient spell gets you a book deal, but these were just as valuable.

Mar 21 •

Brag to me, please

We all deserve to bask openly in our accomplishments.

Mar 7 •

February 2025

Inside ThriftBooks, your local library's low-cost BFF

Nothing says "circular economy" like a warehouse full of 2.5 million used books.

Feb 21 •

4 easy networking steps you can take right now

LinkedIn and sweaty handshakes not required.

Feb 7 •

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