I’m going to write about our trip to Hungary in 2019 for a few upcoming entries, as I’m running out of space to include it in my latest travel memoir. For our first night, we had dinner at Trofea Grill Buffet, which specializes in traditional Hungarian cuisine, particularly game meat. OMG. Such tasty food! AtContinue reading “A Budapest Buffet”
Author Archives: Krista Marson
National Gallery of Denmark
I’m currently writing some of the final chapters of my latest travel book. I recently revisited my notes about visiting the National Gallery of Denmark. I really like the paragraph I wrote about it: We concluded our museum day at the National Gallery of Denmark, which featured artwork from the 14th century to the present.Continue reading “National Gallery of Denmark”
Remarkable Planet
Here’s another installment from my Tucson Festival of Books series. This was a surprisingly fun lecture where I learned a lot of interesting things about the natural world. Author Theodore H. Fleming explored the nuances of nectar-feeding bats and birds, while author Neil Shubin shared insights about being a researcher at the planet’s poles. As aContinue reading “Remarkable Planet”
Religion, Politics and Money
Here’s another installment from my Tucson Festival of Books series. The panel included authors Sarah Jones, Katherine Stewart, and Sarah McCammon. While the saying goes that religion, politics, and money are three topics that should never be brought up at a dinner party, these experts were ready to engage in a lively discussion about these subjects.Continue reading “Religion, Politics and Money “
Crazy Iconic
Here’s another installment from my Tucson Festival of Books series. From the iconic Grand Canyon to the people and places showcasing Arizona’s wild side, authors Richard Grant, Kyle Paoletta, and Yolonda Youngs shared their perspectives on historical and contemporary subjects. Overall, the lecture was enjoyable and filled with various stories about Arizona. A significant portion focusedContinue reading “Crazy Iconic”
Thrillseekers and Wanderers
Here’s another installment from my Tucson Festival of Books series. This was easily my favorite lecture of the entire festival. I could have listened to Hampton Sides and Kevin Fedarko banter for hours; it was truly a shame this conversation lasted only one hour. When Kevin Fedarko was asked to define was adventure was, he saidContinue reading “Thrillseekers and Wanderers”
Virtual Voice Narration
I recently enrolled my books in Amazon’s virtual voice narration program, and I’m curious about people’s opinions regarding this technology. Personally, I don’t listen to audiobooks, but I do occasionally use voice playback while editing my work. So far, I’ve only sold a few audiobooks, and I haven’t received any reviews for feedback, which makesContinue reading ” Virtual Voice Narration”
Greedflation
Oh, isn’t this nice? Amazon will now be taking a 50% cut of printed book sales. Considering all the printing fees, if anyone prices a book below $9.99, the writer’s commission will be $0. I’ve always listed my printed book price as $9.99, so I will now be earning nothing on every sale, which isContinue reading “Greedflation”
Past as a Lens to the Future
Here’s another installment from my Tucson Festival of Books series. Three historians—David Daley, Jeffrey Toobin, and Craig Unger—explored key moments in the history of the Republican Party over the past several decades. Their analysis aimed to shed light on the current direction of our country and what we might anticipate for the future. They covered topicsContinue reading “Past as a Lens to the Future “
Alcatraz Musuem
I shot these photos in January 2015. I took the first ferry over to be the first visitor inside so I could snap pics of the interior without anyone there. I ran up the hill to beat everyone because there was a horde of 250+ people behind me. the rooms felt cold, damp, and lonely….Continue reading “Alcatraz Musuem”