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On Money

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Aug 25, 2025

On Money

A breakdown of my income as a writer in traditional publishing and the creator economy.

Alicia Kennedy
Alicia Kennedy
On Affirmations

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Aug 18, 2025

On Affirmations

Or are they delusions? Regardless...!

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Alicia Kennedy
For Better Writing

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Aug 11, 2025

For Better Writing

And the announcement of a new workshop for September: The Self-Edit.

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Of Tourists and Food

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Jul 28, 2025

Of Tourists and Food

Neighborhoods overrun by tourists can’t sustain a healthy food culture.

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Back to Basics (On July 2025)

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Jul 25, 2025

Back to Basics (On July 2025)

And introducing the members' collective global restaurant recommendations.

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