I recently had the chance to visit the studio of BLR's latest cover artist Nicole Cohen. What a fascinating exploration of identity, history, healing, art, and creativity.

Check it out: 'BLR Studio Visit'

#art #painting #healing
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A few more pics from 'An Evening of Art and Stories' at the gorgeous L'Space Gallery featuring BLR's newest issue, and cover artist Nicole Cohen.

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Lots of great art to see, and stories/poems to hear. Thank you L'Space Gallery and Nicole Cohen.

BLR is producing a live storytelling event on the theme of the “Body Politic.”

You do not need any experience! We encourage people of all backgrounds to submit a pitch.

📢 Submissions open MONDAY, APRIL 1st! Learn more and submit here: tinyurl.com/BLR-Story

This was Jason Baums's FIRST published story, and now it has won a PEN award. Wow!

Bravo Jason (and kudos to BLR Fiction editor Suzanne McConnell who shepherded the story to publication)

You can watch their amazing conversation here: youtube.com/watch?v=ADmGb6…

📣 BLR is looking for a Poetry Editor and Nonfiction Editor! Candidates must have significant editing experience—either at a journal or teaching position. Please note that these are volunteer positions. Thank you!

Poetry: tinyurl.com/BLR-poetry-edi…
NF: tinyurl.com/BLR-nonfiction…

Looking forward to this conversation. Hope you can come!

Film Forum #movie #conversation

It's a fantastic film. Don't miss it!

#film #NYC #PatientCare

We are so excited to co-present this amazing movie with @filmforumNYC.

Grab your popcorn and join us (in person!) for a screening on Friday 3/15 followed by Q&A with the filmmaker.

#MedTwitter #PatientStories #PatientCare #caregiving

Here's a great writing opportunity for med students and nursing students.

Submit your writing to the Gold Foundation essay contest.

#medicalstudent #nursingnotes #MedTwitter #nurse

Doctor's appointments can get overwhelmed with information, especially if you're meeting with a new physician. Make it easier for yourself and the doctor by bringing a list of all your medications, doses, and allergies!

#medhum #patientexperience

Our new issue is at the printers now. If you pre-order , you'll be among the first to get yours in the mail!

(digital issue also available)

#WhatToRead #poetrycommunity #WritingCommunity #Health

Tip for a better patient experience: ask your doctor for a few minutes to speak directly after they've finished their notes. 

#healthcareinamerica #healthcaresystem #patientexperience

We love the dynamic energy between all of the characters in 'Beenie at Fourteen' by Margaret Buckhanon, especially from strong Beenie, who stands up to her neglectful mother. Read the full short story: blreview.org/fiction/beenie…
#shortstory #blackvoices #blackwriters

Excited to see NYT book review for DéLana R.A. Dameron's debut novel 'Redwood Court.'

DéLana offered incredible wisdom and advice to @blreview to help us grow,

Thank you DéLana and congratulations on the new book!

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Whiting Foundation #books

Feeling bookish? Great NewYorker roundup of bookstores in NYC.
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(For some reason, they neglected BLR's Bookshop! Check out its wonderfully curated selection: bookshop.org/shop/BLReview)

#booktwitter

Reminds us why kids all love libraries (and why we adults need to make sure they stay open and available to all.

#library #BOOK

If you have editing experience and are interested in the arts/health connection, check out BLR's openings.

#WritingCommunity #Editorial #editing #poetrycommunity #NonFiction #Essays

What a treat to get inside the studio of artist Tatana Kellner, whose painting is on the cover of BLR Issue 45 (with the theme of Taking Care)

#art #art twt #painting #Caregiving

Books are a great way to learn what it's really like being a doctor. Here are my book recs for future and aspiring physicians (or anyone interested in the insider view of healthcare.)

#narrativemedicine #readinglist #MedTwitter #Medstudent