Amygdala Magazine - SL Minton: My Vampires Don't Sparkle

SL Minton: My Vampires Don't Sparkle

07/20/16 • 45 min

SL Minton is a contributor to Issue #1 of Amygdala Magazine. she submitted the poignant and powerful short story "B," and was awarded inclusion in our magazine about technology interacting with humans. In this tale a little girl ponders the presence of 2 tools, low-tech but still tech: a pencil and a scythe. should she write, or should she stab her abuser?

Stephanie, or SL, Minton is a delightful person and a great writer, and her take on the creative process will help any of us endeavoring to be creative, especially if your stories come from experience or anywhere deep in your soul. AND you should definitely follow her @irishlamnt on Twitter.

If you'd like to contribute your own short story, we'd like to read it! Submit your story for Issue #2 of Amygdala Magazine today, over at amygdalazine.com/contest.

Previous Episode

Ivan Infante on writing a great short story

Ivan Infante returns to the podcast to discuss writing and (more importantly today) READING! Specifically reading your submissions for this years Amygdala Magazine Short Story Competition. Ivan is an indie author and a great fan of creative fiction, and he and I discuss what we are looking for in this year's submissions. Give us a listen and then send us your Story at: www.amygdalazine.com/contest !!! You can submit it anytime until Halloween night, 2016.

Next Episode

Importance of Children's Books with Craig Pomranz author of "Made by Raffi."

Craig Pomranz has been an entertainer since he was 12. He recently wrote the children's book "Made by Raffi," in which he tells the story of his Godson's experience learning to knit. The reactions, support, and questions brought up by this young boy's new hobby lead to an important and charming story about gender roles, personal identity, self-confidence, and acceptance. We discuss these things and more, including childhood development, parenting, and the fact that Craig is a delightful person.

Buy "Made by Raffi," and check out Craig's website by clicking HERE.

This episode in being simelcast for this week's episodes of The Broken Brain and Amygdala Magazine Podcasts.