fiction | Laurence M. Rapp

There Is Nothing Better Than Stories

A reflection on the invisible work behind self-publishing — editing, formatting, cover design — and the strange, silent moment when a book leaves its author’s hands.

L.M. Rapp

7 days ago2 min read

An author filming herself with an iPad on a tripod, standing in front of a large wall of bookshelves

Writing, Publishing, Spreading

A personal reflection on writing, publishing, and the difficulty of balancing creation and visibility.

L.M. Rapp

Jan 12 min read

View of a warmly lit interior seen through dark horizontal shutters. The slats partly obscure the scene, creating a sense of distance and unease, as if watching from outside in the night.

Too Early to Cry-When our fears take shape

A story born of fear and darkness. The Lamentations, written after October 7, explores the shadows that still haunt us.

L.M. Rapp

Nov 12, 20253 min read