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A Virtual Sit-Down with Author Keshav Porwal 

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November 22, 2025November 23, 2025 ~ Kana Smith ~ 16 Comments

I've been undecided as to whether I should begin with or finish with this author's age. Because here's the thing: his writing is GOOD. No qualifiers needed, this guy writes well. And what makes it all the more extraordinary (ah, I've made up my mind) is that he's only fourteen years old. The reason I … Continue reading A Virtual Sit-Down with Author Keshav Porwal 

A Virtual Sit-Down with Author Dan Beachy-Quick

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November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 ~ Kana Smith ~ 4 Comments

Usually, when you read a book, it's easy to tell how far along you are, and how much you have left. Not so with Dan Beachy-Quick's A Whaler's Dictionary---at least, not if you follow its instructions. Usually, when you read a book, you don't need instructions, but this one comes with a "How to Use … Continue reading A Virtual Sit-Down with Author Dan Beachy-Quick

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    Content Creator on About KanaAugust 18, 2026

    so glad to know! thankyou for answering!

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    Kana Smith on About KanaAugust 18, 2026

    I'm so touched that you reached out! Yes, I'm well--and gearing up to put my "writing hat" back on... Thank…

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    Content Creator on About KanaAugust 6, 2026

    Kana, hi, i'm just worried about you. Please, let us know if you're okay because we're missing your posts!

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    Keshav Porwal on In Which We Don’t Sail Into the SunsetJune 29, 2026

    Hii Kana Didi can you please check your email

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    Katherine Mary on What is WRONG With People?June 9, 2026

    Okay, this post made me laugh and feel sorry for you at the same time. I'm also one of those…

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