Category Archives: Justice

One Writer’s Life: July 2024

Posted on August 5, 2024 by allisongreenwriter

In Medellín and Bogotá, Arline and I attended a wedding, strolled the botanical gardens, drank great coffee, and enjoyed the enthusiasm of Colombian fans as they rooted for their team in the Copa América. We never felt unsafe, but had … Continue reading →

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Apocalypse

Posted on December 27, 2018 by allisongreenwriter

“Let’s start with the end of the world, why don’t we?” So begins N.K. Jemisin’s The Fifth Season, which appeared under our Christmas tree wrapped in cheerful, glittery paper. Arline gave me the boxed Broken Earth trilogy, knowing I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Anguish Time

Posted on July 28, 2016 by allisongreenwriter

In the Church of Saint Francis — Igreja de São Francisco — in Porto, Portugal, believers once dropped coins into alms boxes, whispered prayers, and hoped that someone was listening. These painted wooden boxes are now nailed to a wall … Continue reading →

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