Staying in the present is an adage and advice easily and often given, but hard for most to execute. It…
Paula Farmer
Paula Farmer is a book industry professional, with a long history in freelance writing as well. Her writing focuses on book/film/arts reviews, and features and profiles. She lives in Brooklyn, NY.
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