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Written By Grimes: The Podcast

Written By Grimes: The Podcast

By Abigail Grimes

Join me as I take my written word off the page and bring you some poetry from my blog, share my thoughts on creative writing, and chat with some of my creative friends about inspiration, what scares us, and wins along the creative journey.

Check out abigailgrimes.com for more content!
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Written By Grimes: The PodcastNov 30, 2022

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Unconditionally
Jan 29, 202403:44
All the Things I Should have Said on a Tuesday Afternoon
Nov 30, 202203:08
Genuine

Genuine

Pensive Birthday Moment.

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2019/04/06/genuine/

May 06, 202203:29
How Dare You
Apr 01, 202201:46
KDrama Mamas - The Beginning of a Beautiful Segment
Jan 22, 202229:48
The Way Back

The Way Back

Objects in this mirror are not necessarily as they seem

They are behind you for a reason. Leave them be.

Great advice. If only I would listen.


This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2018/05/27/the-way-back/

Jan 14, 202201:35
Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year, everyone!

Welcome to 2022 and to a new year of poetry, conversations, and introducing a fun, new element of the show, Kdrama Mamas, where my friend Marlee Barrientos and I discuss our longstanding love of Korean Dramas!

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2022/01/02/happy-new-year-4/

Jan 08, 202205:01
For The Quiet Commemorative Episode

For The Quiet Commemorative Episode

This episode is in commemoration of For The Quiet's 1st book birthday. 

I am a firm believer that poetry is intensely personal, and how you interpret it as an audience member is unique. Your interpretation may be the same or markedly different from the author's, and that in this author's humble opinion is the true beauty of the art form. 

I have talked a lot about what this work means to me on both Instagram and my website, and I am honoured and humbled when I see how it has impacted those who have read it. 

To celebrate For The Quiet's 1st year, my friends have come together to present five unique perspectives on poetry in my book. I have been blessed with some incredible friendships in my life. These five wonderful and hugely talented individuals are a huge part of those blessings. 

Polo Lonergan is a talented writer of visceral, thought-provoking fantasy and fairy tale retellings with a twist. Polo has chosen to share their interpretation of "Genuine". 

Odelia Oswago is a busy working mom and an imaginative author of a number of screenplays. Odelia has chosen to share her interpretation of "The Space Between". You can find OdeO Productions on Instagram and follow her on Instagram here! 

Kevin Fagan is an innovative musician not afraid of taking a chance to get just the right sound. You can find him on SoundCloud and right here on Anchor on The Kevin Show! Kevin has chosen to perform his take on my poem "Genuine". 

Anil Kamal, a powerhouse screenwriter, is hard at work and currently under contract with Real Life Pictures in Toronto. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram! Anil has chosen to share his interpretation of "Home". 

And featuring Clancy Dias, my sister-in-law, who was very moved by the book and was kind enough to contribute her reading of a letter to my beloved Briar. You can find her on Instagram

I know you will enjoy these personalized renditions as much as I did. 

From the bottom of my heart, thank you to my fantastic friends who were so generous with their time and talent.  

This could not be a more wonderful way to celebrate the anniversary of such a personal and intimate work. 

Get your copy of For The Quiet on Amazon today and continue following my creative journey at abigailgrimes.com


❄️I wish you all the very best to you and yours this holiday season and for 2022! ❄️⛄

See you next year! 🥂🍾

Dec 19, 202111:50
The Remnants

The Remnants

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2019/10/09/the-remnants/

Dec 10, 202101:28
Piece of Me

Piece of Me

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2021/11/19/piece-of-me/

Nov 26, 202102:25
Who Are You?

Who Are You?

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2018/12/11/who-are-you/

Nov 12, 202101:04
What It Takes

What It Takes

This episode is also available as a poem post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2019/02/10/what-it-takes/

Nov 05, 202101:18
Let’s Go Places with Jason Glavin - Part 2
Sep 17, 202158:50
Let's Go Places with Jason Glavin

Let's Go Places with Jason Glavin

Listen in as Jason and I talk about his new book "Going Places: Why You Should Travel", what it's like to be an indie author, and writing in the age of Covid.

Follow Jason on Twitter and his Amazon Author Page to stay updated on what's new and exciting in his world of travel and writing!

For more information on Nanowrimo, click here!

Sep 10, 202101:03:11
The Impact of a Great Teacher
Sep 03, 202113:57
Dimming Star

Dimming Star

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2019/08/08/dimming-star/

Aug 20, 202101:55
Laugh Alone
Aug 13, 202101:25
Meet Kevin A. Fagan: The Interview

Meet Kevin A. Fagan: The Interview

Meet Kevin A. Fagan.
Join us for our first professional chat as creatives, as we delve into the joy and pain of creating art.
My friend for over 3 decades, Kevin Anthony Fagan is a poet, a lyricist, and a podcaster who tries to guide his life by three deceptively simple questions.
Who am I? What do I want? What is my purpose?
Listen in as we chat about accountability, what drives us, deadlines, and Kevin's interesting filing system.
Check out Kevin's podcast, The Kevin Show, right here, or wherever you listen to podcasts and stay tuned to his Soundcloud and his socials (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) for the release of his latest EP!
Ever been in the friendzone? Kevilonious knows your pain. Listen to IIssues on Soundcloud!
Share your thoughts with us by sending a voice message!
Jul 09, 202101:05:50
Meet Kevin A. Fagan: Rapid Fire / Slow Burn

Meet Kevin A. Fagan: Rapid Fire / Slow Burn

It's Kevin! He's got his own show on Anchor. Check him out on The Kevin Show here on Anchor, or anywhere you get your podcasts!

In this episode, we try to do a Rapid Fire, which turns into an introspective slow burn. Such is the nature of our friendship, and now you get a tiny peek at the chaos. (You're welcome).

Share your thoughts with us by sending a voice message!


Jul 02, 202125:30
The Consequence of Water
Jun 25, 202102:02
Marshmallows
Jun 18, 202102:19
Rooted
Jun 11, 202100:53
Paper King

Paper King

Never stoop. 


This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2018/08/21/paper-king/


May 21, 202100:49
That Look
May 07, 202102:03
Choice of Evils
Apr 30, 202101:07
Tomorrow
Apr 23, 202101:04
Chat with THE Anil Kamal - Part 2
Apr 16, 202143:39
Chat with THE Anil Kamal - Part 1
Apr 09, 202136:59
Quell
Apr 02, 202102:00
Sear

Sear

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2021/02/22/sear/

Mar 26, 202101:18
Less Than

Less Than

Sometimes the haters need to be reminded they cannot tear you down. 

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2018/05/05/less-than/

Mar 26, 202101:08
Dual / Duel

Dual / Duel

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2020/11/24/__trashed/

Mar 19, 202101:12
Remains

Remains

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2020/08/06/remains/

Mar 19, 202100:45
Giant Leap into the Unknown

Giant Leap into the Unknown

In this episode, I delve just a bit further into the discussion on my transition to work from home and its impact on part of my creative journey.

My lovely assistant, Cassidy, will read the blog post for you and my comments will follow.


This episode is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2021/03/07/giant-leap-into-the-unknown/

Mar 12, 202115:46
The Space You Once Were

The Space You Once Were

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2020/06/18/the-space-you-once-were/

Mar 12, 202101:51
Wanting

Wanting

Wanting was the first poem I wrote for Written by Grimes. It was the beginning of an exciting new way to express myself.

I hope you enjoy it.


This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2018/03/21/wanting/

Mar 05, 202100:48
Quicksand

Quicksand

This poem is also available as a blog post: http://abigailgrimes.com/2020/07/10/quicksand/

Mar 05, 202101:26
Portrait
Feb 26, 202101:33
Convergence
Feb 26, 202100:50
Intro to Poetry

Intro to Poetry

Wherein I share some thoughts on listening to poetry and what you can expect listening to mine. 

Enjoy!

Feb 26, 202105:07
Written By Grimes: The Trailer

Written By Grimes: The Trailer

Allow me to introduce you to the Written By Grimes podcast.
Feb 26, 202100:43