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Michele Fitzpatrick

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Michele Fitzpatrick is a former staff writer and columnist for the Chicago Tribune. She has also worked as an executive editor in educational research and product development. Her blog, Mrs. Fitz's Story Emporium, is a lighthearted look at living in Chicago, living as a writer and growing up in the lively 1960s. A graduate of Mundelein College and University of Iowa School of Journalism, she and her husband Richard live in Chicago. The Women's Center is her first novel.

The author is available for select literary readings and lectures. A certified teacher, she also conducts seminars on media ethics, women in the arts and narrative journalism. To inquire about a possible appearance, visit michelefitz.com.
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Word wonderment

Write an opinion and invite controversy.

Write an argument and expect challenge.

Write a report and anticipate questions.

Write a book and ensure unpredictable responses.

Write a song, and be understood.

It’s a fine wonderment.

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	The Women’s Center 4.07 avg rating — 172 ratings — published 2015 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Snag the Moon 4.62 avg rating — 74 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	KYRGYZSTAN TRAVEL GUIDE: Explore The Heart Of Central Asia – Top Attractions, Epic Mountains & Lakes, Nomadic Culture, Hidden Gems, Trekking Routes, Maps & Local Tips For Your Perfect Journey 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	KIRGISISTAN REISEFÜHRER: Entdecken Sie das Herz Zentralasiens – Top-Attraktionen, epische Berge und Seen, Nomadenkultur, versteckte Juwelen, ... für Ihre perfekte Reise 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Go Gentle

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“To see a World in a Grain of Sand
And a Heaven in a Wild Flower,
Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand
And Eternity in an hour.”
― William Blake, Auguries of Innocence

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