"Awkward Old Testament Stories" by Katherine Cowley
Today’s piece is "Awkward Old Testament Stories" by Katherine Cowley. Read the print version on our website.The Mormon Lit Lab podcast reads finalists from the Mormon Lit Blitz, the world's premier co...
22 Jun 7min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: Lara Niedermeyer's "Use It in Our Daily Lives"
Annaliese discusses the poem "Use It in Our Daily Lives" with author Lara Niedermeyer. We cover the various ways we've learned that we need trials in our lives and how we cope with them. Read "Use It ...
16 Des 202518min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: Lee Ann Setzer's "Thief"
Annaliese discusses the short story "Thief" with author Lee Ann Setzer. We cover how her research into Mesoamerican traditions influenced her choices in this story, and how to make scripture stories c...
2 Des 202511min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: J.S. Absher's "Mad Poet Passes"
Annaliese discusses the poem “Mad Poet Passes” with J.S. Absher. We discuss how he employed the various poetic tools, and how the series this poem is a part of can speak truth in ways that people ofte...
18 Nov 202517min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: James Goldberg on The Lit Blitz
Editor and creator of the Mormon Lit Blitz, James Goldberg discusses some of his favorite pieces, and what he’s looking for in selecting finalists.Highlighted Mormon Lit Blitz pieces:“The Five Year Jo...
4 Nov 202539min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: Michelle Graabek-Wallace's "Lifecycle of Strawberries"
Annaliese discusses the essay "Lifecycle of Strawberries" with Michelle. We talk about our various experiences with gardening and how it relates to the gospel. Read "Lifecycle of Strawberries" - https...
21 Okt 20257min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: Merrijane Rice's “Living Room”
Annaliese discusses the poem “Living Room” with MerrijaneRice. We discuss the events in Merrijane’s life that led to the creation of this poem, and the symbolism of mending past mistakes. Read “Living...
7 Okt 202517min
Discussing the Lit Blitz: Jesús Baldemar Liévano's "Hidden"
Annaliese discusses the story “Escondida” (“Hidden” in English) with author Jesús Baldemar Liévano. We cover the spiritual experiences of children, and why children are so beloved of our Lord. Read “E...
23 Sep 202515min
