Connie Pan
Connie Pan is a writer and editor from Maui, Hawai‘i. She earned an MFA in fiction from West Virginia University and a BA in creative writing from Grand Valley State University. Her writing has appeared in Bamboo Ridge, Carve, HelloGiggles, PRISM International, The Billfold, and elsewhere. An excerpt from her novel-in-progress was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. Instagram: @csnpan Twitter: @panlikepeter
Submerging Myself In Poetry For The Sealey Challenge
September 21, 2020A reader recounts the poignant experience of participating in the Sealey Challenge, reading poetry every day throughout August.
Falling Into My First Book Club
September 8, 2020A reader on the positive experience of participating in her first book club, and the importance of that virtual, bookish connection.
On Memorizing Poetry
August 7, 2020On the beauty and power of memorizing poetry. Why one reader has found such joy in this literary act.
Will You Join The Sealey Challenge?
July 29, 2020Participate in #TheSealeyChallenge by reading a poetry chapbook or full-length collection a day for 31 days, and share your reads with the hashtag.
Bookish Stops on the Southern Route
June 19, 2019A road trip lets one couple ease into their new lives—one bookish landmark, mile, city, and state at a time.
How 5 Quotes From WOMEN AT WORK Spoke To My New Beginning
June 18, 2019A writer and reader shares quotes from WOMEN AT WORK that directly addressed moments and aspects of her office and creative lives.
New Independent Bookstores In Old Homes
June 16, 2019A reader keeps up with the indie bookstore scenes in the places where she used to live, and talks about some favorite spots.
Getting Started With Goodreads
June 11, 2019After years of avoiding the platform, a reader gives in and starts a Goodreads account. Here's how this reader navigated lists and the rating system.
46 Excruciating Days And Nights Of Not Buying Books
May 30, 2019This is what it looks like when a reader gives up buying books for 46 days for Lent.
A Love Note To Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith
March 13, 2019
Weighing My Road Trip Books
March 4, 2019If you were traveling without your personal and public library for at least six weeks, what books would you bring?
Another Ode For A Hometown Bookstore
February 28, 2019A traveler and former Maui resident bemoans the closing of yet another Lahaina bookstore, and seeks books in one of few shops still standing.
Personal Reading Reflections and Favorite Books of 2018
February 25, 2019Better late than never! A reader casts a backward glance to reflect on personal reading stats and some favorite books of 2018.