Kindred Spirits: A Little Wisdom from Anne of Green Gables

“Kindred spirits are not so scarce as I used to think.” — L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables There are certain lines in literature that stay with us long after we’ve closed the book. Sometimes they’re grand declarations about love or courage. Other times, they’re simple observations that capture something we’ve felt but neverContinueContinue reading “Kindred Spirits: A Little Wisdom from Anne of Green Gables”

What We Read This Week: Odd Dog Out

Hello! How is your week going? Here we’re having a slow week, it feels like it should already be Friday. But it’s Wednesday. I wonder why some weeks feel that way? Kind of slow, like they’re fighting with all their might to make Friday just a little more out of reach? I don’t know, butContinueContinue reading “What We Read This Week: Odd Dog Out”

Day of the Dead: A Colorful Celebration of Life and Memory

Hello and Happy Wednesday to you! How is your week going so far? We’re halfway through, remembering that always helps give me the energy to stay motivated for the second half! This being our first year away from El Paso, Texas, a city we love very much, I find myself really nostalgic for the beautifulContinueContinue reading “Day of the Dead: A Colorful Celebration of Life and Memory”

Love Makes Everything Better

Hi there, and Happy Sunday! How is your day going? I hope that you are really enjoying your weekend, and finding time to do something special that brings you a lot of joy. For me, one of my favorite things to do on the weekend is read! I love books. I guess that’s kind ofContinueContinue reading “Love Makes Everything Better”

What’s in a Name?

“Why did you choose the name Colorful Swans Press, and what does it mean? Do you just really like swans? Or was it a totally random thing?” I’ve been asked this question a few times this week, all from seemingly unrelated people and at totally different times. And so I thought, maybe it’s worth writingContinueContinue reading “What’s in a Name?”