All of my novels are — in one way or another — tinged with romanticism, but, today, most people have little understanding of the term’s literary meaning and have reduced “romance” to mean little more than the affectations we assume in the pursuit of the amorous attention of a potential lover. Romance, however, as an artistic movement and as a philosophy of living, entails so much more.
Category Archives: Musings
Oh, My Word!
All authors know that the best thing that can happen to one of their books is to have intolerant, self-righteous prudes like Sarah Huckabee ban it from schools, libraries, and bookstores. Nothing sells more books than their banning. Perhaps, Sarah should remember the biblical result of forbidden fruit.
Mirror/Mirror
It dawned on me recently how ubiquitous mirrors are in my world.
Christmas Fantasies, Wishes, & Wants
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone! And a special thanks to everyone who has bothered to read this and my other “letters to the world” and read my novels. Always with Gratitude and Love, Ty
What a Drag!
I would have rather had my children attend a story time led by a drag queen than a blood-soaked MMA fight or a professional wrestling match, where violence and the objectification of women are not just part of the show but the actual point of the show. I’d suggest that if you find a drag show distasteful, there’s a simple solution: don’t go or take your children.
Springsteen and I*
Through his lyrics and music, Springsteen has been a sort of spiritual guru for me as influential as any teacher, priest, or even parent.
On Hair
How we wear our hair communicates so much information regarding our moods and intentions for the day, even our personalities.
Some Suggestions for Alternative Christmas Songs
The winter/Christmas songs I’ve come to prefer are not the typical carols, pop-rock, and kitschy tunes that tend to dominate the air waves and playlists. I like tunes that remind me of how fortunate I am and have been and that remind me of the numerous gifts I’ve already received, especially in comparison to so many unfortunate others. I also like those that present a unique or ironic take on the season.
Election Day 2022
The following one-act play is based on an actual exchange of text messages that occurred between three politically like-minded brothers on election night of 2022.
This AND That
For me, the most off-putting of persons is the zealot, defined as a person who is fanatical and uncompromising in pursuit of their religious, political, or other ideals. Sadly, I’m afraid, we have entered an age of zealotry. Such periods typically result in heinous acts of persecution and only end with many lives ruined or ended.
Ty Roth 