Author Archives: Ana McCracken

Emerging Writers Reading Series

One of the perks of the MFA in Creative Writing and Environment Program at Iowa State University is the monthly Emerging Writers Reading Series. At this event, attended by writing colleagues and the community, MFA candidates read from their work … Continue reading

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Bookclub Presentation-June 10th, 2019 (Private Event)

Today I accepted my first invitation to present at a local Ames bookclub. Continue reading

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103rd President – Iowa State University Women’s Club

Today the Iowa State University Women’s Club held their annual spring luncheon. Those who attended were treated to a wonderful program featuring operatic bass-baritone, Simon Estes. An Iowa native, and Iowa Treasure, Simon was born in Centerville, and has sung … Continue reading

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Ocean Vuong—A Cento

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You Mourned and Rued the Day

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Dawn Dream

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April The Muted Month Left Lifeless

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The Kiss

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Stepping in Sh— On Kauai

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When I travel, I make a point to seek out and shop at independent bookstores. So, imagine my delight when I googled and discovered Talk Story Bookstore in Hanapepe, a short distance from Poipu where I was staying with my … Continue reading

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Postcards from Fairfield Iowa, Near the McCracken Farm

Driving through Fairfield Iowa on our visit to Ed’s family’s farm.

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