Hello, book lovers!

I was laid off from federal work by DOGE in March 2025. I'm now a freelance author, editor, speaker, blogger, graphic designer, and web designer.

Creators and artists throughout history have always relied on generous patrons like you to support their work. If you love my creative writing and/or blog, you can support these literary endeavors through donations and tips, here on GoFundMe!

You're in the right place if (1) you'd like to support me through a one-time donation or tip, and (2) you don't want anything from me in return, except for my commitment to ongoing work as an author and blogger.

MY NOVEL-IN-PROGRESS:

I’m currently writing a literary/autobiographical novel. It's a lightly fictionalized memoir about my life, from my early childhood through 2026. It's about the intersection of philosophy, psychology, spirituality, and consciousness—and a secret I kept for 30+ years.

MY BLOG:

The Blog for the Discerning Reader features the best books of modern times. Intellectually great nonfiction. Artistically great fiction and poetry. What’s new in the literary book world? Find out on Mondays. Subscribe for free.

If you enjoy my blog posts and find them valuable in some way, and/or if you liked my book Two Novembers and wish to support the creation of my next book, please consider a donation of $48 (the equivalent of $4/month for 1 year) or $96 (the equivalent of $8/month for 1 year). If your financial circumstances do not allow for that, even a little tip of $4 helps and means the world to me.

Thank you so very much for your support. Keep reading and thinking!

Liza