Book Excerpt: Goats in America, A Cultural History, by Tami Parr
The following is from the newest book by Tami Parr, Goats in America, a Cultural History. I had the good fortune of reading an advance copy of this important and entertaining work! If you love goats and history, this book’s a must read. Please visit Bookshop.org to purchase online from your favorite local independent bookstore,…
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Geotrichum candidum: Fun Fungal Facts
I recently had a question from a newsletter subscriber about the cheesemaking microbe Geotrichum candidum. Specifically, the person wanted to know sources for the fungus for cheesemaking. Rather than try to answer this lengthy topic in an email, I decided a post on the subject might be fun to write. There are two very important…
Keep readingFarmstead Cheesemaking Class in Humbolt Co
August 19-21st at Spring Hill Farmstead Goat Cheese, Bayside, California I’m excited to be back to teaching this three day immersive, hands-on class we used to hold at Pholia Farm. Karin (kuh-rin) Eide owner and cheesemaker of Spring Hill Farmstead Goat Cheese is hosting the small class at her dairy and creamery. There are currently…
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Announcing My New Book on Goats
I’ll soon be releasing a companion book to my 2017 book: Holistic Goat Care. It’s called THE USEFUL GOAT: MEAT, MILK, FIBER, AND MORE. The book will be small, about 120 pages, with color images, and available first as an ebook only, with plans for a paperback. I’d love to include a few photographs from…
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Notion for Authors
Ever since I decided to go indie for my fiction, I’ve been obsessed with trying to find an appropriate project management software. Being organized really scratches an itch, for me. And embarking on this new journey–one that could potentially flop or fly–I wanted to attempt being super professional from the beginning. Trying to find a…
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“Marlowe” AI Author Tool: Review
I recently saw a meme on a social media platform that has stuck with me. It said, “AI won’t replace humans, it will replace humans who don’t use AI.” Whether this is true or not, only time will tell. But I’m reminded of all new technology from early phones to computers. There’s an innate fear…
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I’m the author of two novels and seven books on dairy, cheese, and animal care topics. My posts here are meant to augment the content of my books. I hope you enjoy! Please search the archives for more.
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