It wasn’t me, it was you. Or so you told me—the line everyone says as if they learned it along with the alphabet. Not that you actually… Read more “Dear (Redacted):”
Author: Joye Johnson
Author of Cress in Waterbee. It's good. Instagram handle: @joye_johnson
Audio version of Cress in Waterbee now available
I love audiobooks, and now I’ve got one of my own. Cress in Waterbee is available on Audible.com. If you’re new to Audible, check the link below:… Read more “Audio version of Cress in Waterbee now available”
Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?
I took the title of this blog from a Paloma Faith song. It’s about a woman in a relationship who hides her true self out of fear… Read more “Do You Want the Truth or Something Beautiful?”
The Miss and the Mock Bow
People have come up with brilliant ways to belittle others. It seems the more we try to protect ourselves, the more insidious our attackers become. There are… Read more “The Miss and the Mock Bow”
Where’s Your Smile?
All right, ladies, shall we heave the sigh on three? One…two… Why do those words irk us so? We’re walking down the street or sitting at our… Read more “Where’s Your Smile?”
My Silent Sentinel
When I was in ninth grade, we played baseball for P.E. They put the boys and girls together, flabby-armed beginners with junior varsity. I wasn’t especially good,… Read more “My Silent Sentinel”
An open letter to married couples – Part 1
Dear Wives, Let’s just get to it. I don’t want your husband. I’ve met a number of wives, and we get along great until I meet your… Read more “An open letter to married couples – Part 1”
‘But I worked so hard on my book.’ And?
Source: ‘But I worked so hard on my book.’ And?
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Infuriate Me
MEMORANDUM To: The General Public From: Human Resources Dept of Joye Johnson, Inc. Date: Today Subject: How to make Joye mad We apologize for the confusion that… Read more “A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Infuriate Me”
Why Don’t You Pick a Man Your Own Age?
Up until 2 years ago, I was repulsed by the idea of dating a younger man. The one-two punch of social convention and emotional need ruled out… Read more “Why Don’t You Pick a Man Your Own Age?”
