My fiction has been nominated for the Pushcart Prize, and published in journals including New York Stories, Saint Ann’s Review, South Dakota Review, Carve Magazine, Cezanne’s Carrot, Pindeldyboz, In Posse Review, The God Particle, Insolent Rudder, Wild Strawberries, Edifice Wrecked, Yankee Pot Roast, etc. I’m the winner of the Lesley … Continue reading
A pause to meditate brings peace and a deep encounter with nature on the rim of the Rio Grande Gorge. “I PARK IN THE REST AREA by the Río Grande Gorge Bridge and stride along the West Rim Trail through sagebrush fragrant with morning dew. If ever there were an invitation to go … Continue reading
As a writer and writing coach, I have always been a big fan of writing retreats. We all need retreat time to turn within, connect to the muse, recharge our batteries and take our creative work or journaling deeper. It’s great if you can go away to a formal … Continue reading
“The Times are Urgent. Let Us Slow Down.” This is a quote from Bayo Akomolafe, and it speaks perfectly to my heart. The message might sound counterintuitive, but for a writer — or any kind of creative or contemplative soul — this is exactly the heart of things. I had … Continue reading
Insiders’ Guide to Albuquerque (Globe Pequot) by Tania Casselle was a finalist in the 2011 New Mexico Book Awards, and won second place for a nonfiction book in the 2011 New Mexico Press Women Awards. The 150,000 word first edition of Insiders’ Guide to Albuquerque gives the inside scoop on: … Continue reading
Any freelance writer who spends hours calculating business use of home expenses for their tax return might shout a fervent “hurrah!” when they hear about the new simplified home office tax deduction option. But writer beware – the easy option could cost you dollars. Read my full article explaining and … Continue reading
My first visit to Taos was during a road trip around the Old West, a world away from my home in bustling London. On my final day, I drove alone to the Río Grande Gorge Bridge, walked out to the very center, gazed into the river far below, and vowed … Continue reading
My series of articles for MSN.com Re:Discover included a Get Involved feature on giving back to the community. Duke City citizens who come across a wounded baby mule deer in their backyard know exactly where to take it for first aid: Wildlife Rescue Inc. of New Mexico. Since desert, mountain … Continue reading
My series of articles for MSN.com Re:Discover included these character profiles as part of the Albuquerque travel guide. → Full Clip: Following a Passion, Preserving a Legacy. When tinsmith Jason Younis y Delgado goes to work, he brings Albuquerque history alive. → Full Clip: Discovering the Call of the Wild. … Continue reading
Ramblin’ Round Ruidoso 15 Discoveries in New Mexico’s Year-Round Retreat by Tania Casselle for New Mexico Magazine First-time visitors to the friendly mountain resort of Ruidoso are often stunned by the dramatic beauty of the landscape surrounded by the Lincoln National Forest, with 12,000-foot Sierra Blanca, southern New Mexico’s highest … Continue reading
