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Kristen Schmitt
@kristenschmitt.bsky.social
I put words in a row and hope for the best.
Writer | Editor
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Getting the all clear for cavities at the dentist is the same high as having your bag be the first one at baggage claim.
November 25, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Just stalking my library request list since I hope to take most of next week off....

What book are you reading right now?

#writingcommunity #5amwritersclub
a woman in a library with a tote bag that says ' nlg ' on it
ALT: a woman in a library with a tote bag that says ' nlg ' on it
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November 21, 2025 at 7:52 PM
I’m particularly loving my main character these days as I propel her story forward even if it’s only a few hundred words at a time.

She’s so messy.

And true.

And unfortunate.

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#5amwritersclub #writingcommunity #wednesday
Main character energy
Aren’t we all a series of paradoxes anyway?
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November 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM
On-deck tomorrow
-500 words+ on the #WIP
-two interviews for #sustainablefarming articles
-full draft done and turned in for #conservation #forestry article
-the beginnings of the holidays...(I bought matching sweatshirts for the immediate fam):
November 18, 2025 at 3:29 AM
Ending the week 32K+ words into the #WIP.

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November 14, 2025 at 9:42 PM
What's the one book you find yourself constantly re-reading?
Mine's here ⤵️ (but there's also more to this post if you read to the end...) Subscribe to read my thoughts once a week (or so).
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On reading and transition
(Plus a buried lede)
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November 12, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Recently, I find myself reaching for happy stories — even in my nonfiction choices. And I think I know why that is, though it’s taken me several months to process.

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On reading and transition
(Plus a buried lede)
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November 11, 2025 at 4:44 PM
I already know I won't meet my ambitious word count this month because of other projects and deadlines, but I have written each day, moving my characters forward, and I'll embrace that as a win instead.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Reposted by Kristen Schmitt
Everyone hates the Canada goose. What's up with that?

@kristenschmitt.bsky.social, asking the tough questions:
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Nobody Loves a Goose - Offrange
Why the overabundance of Canada geese are causing environmental, health, and crop issues far and wide.
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October 24, 2025 at 6:19 PM
My latest #agriculture article focuses on the overabundance of Canada geese that are causing #environmental, #health and #crop issues across the country. (It includes what's quite possibly my most favorite subhead to date: What Is It About This Species (and Their Feces)?

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Nobody Loves a Goose - Offrange
Why the overabundance of Canada geese are causing environmental, health, and crop issues far and wide.
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October 24, 2025 at 4:54 PM
So I guess I’m doing this. Honestly, as someone who used to blog regularly back when blogspot was popular, this makes perfect sense. A full 180 degrees. Link in bio and you can also subscribe.
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I’ll just be a writer, then.
psst...the definition of a writer has changed.
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October 21, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Found out two of my short stories are going to be in an upcoming issue of a literary journal and that is a great way to start a week, am I right? #writingcommunity
October 20, 2025 at 6:10 PM
When you hit 20k on what could be described as your lifeline.
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October 18, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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I always love these sort of timeline-esque recaps so I thought I’d share my own. kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/a-day-in-t...

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A Day in the Life of a Full-Time Freelance Writer/Editor
I always love these sort of timeline-esque recaps so I thought I’d share my own.
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October 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM
I always love these sort of timeline-esque recaps so I thought I’d share my own. kristenaschmitt.substack.com/p/a-day-in-t...

#writingcommunity #5amwritersclub #freelancewriter #writers
A Day in the Life of a Full-Time Freelance Writer/Editor
I always love these sort of timeline-esque recaps so I thought I’d share my own.
kristenaschmitt.substack.com
October 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM
At point in WIP where I want to just insert a Scooby Do transition a la Wayne's World. #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity
two men are standing next to each other in a garden .
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October 8, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Yesterday, thought it was Tuesday until about 445...today, thought it was Friday until just about now.

I think this is a sign for the week to end.

Almost #TGIF....
September 25, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Spent the last two days mulling over the WIP, writing summary plot points instead of actual action, but it's still progress...still forward momentum.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:51 AM
Officially hitting the 15K mark on this #WIP and still loving it completely.
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a woman with long red hair is wearing a grey sweater and blue jeans
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September 23, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Reposted by Kristen Schmitt
New site with some updated links and information since my old one is down and out. I’m used to wearing multiple hats — and working on too many things at once — so please reach out if you need writing, editing or storytelling help for an upcoming project. kristenaschmitt.substack.com
August 28, 2025 at 7:14 PM