Notes from the 2025 Tucson Reptile Show
October 16, 2025
I’ve had the pleasure of selling my books at the Tucson Reptile Show for many years, filling a niche by providing children’s books that feature
Welcome to Tails, Tales, Adventures, Oh, My!
A blog by Elaine A. Powers and Guests
Close Encounters of the Wild Kind: When Wild Horses Stop You From Leaving
October 2, 2025
Since moving to Arizona, I’ve had the thrill of interacting with many wild horses. I know they are an introduced species, but seeing properly managed,
The Language of the Horse Tail
September 20, 2025
In my new writing spot in my friend’s cabin in the mountains of Overgaard, I have a clear view of my horse in his stall.
From the Page to the Stage: Judging the VA Creative Arts Competition
September 5, 2025
What makes a good story or poem? For me, it’s something that can move you emotionally and make you think. That’s why I was so
The Winning Bet: A Book Festival in Show Low
August 15, 2025
On a clear day in August, I found myself in Show Low, Arizona. My original plan to go horseback riding fell through, but as I
Is it Real or is it Rattlesnake? The Case of the Bahamian Hoax!
July 31, 2025
Remember those old commercials, “Is it live or is it Memorex?” Or perhaps the early days of Photoshop, when images could be so easily manipulated?