Shaun Perkins
Shaun Perkins, teacher, poet, storyteller, porch-sitter, beekeeper, gardener, writer, lives in a small town in northeastern Oklahoma. She has been a high school and university teacher for over twenty years and has a bachelor's degree in English and a master's degree in liberal studies. Her work has been published in numerous journals and newspapers, notably Slipstream, The Phoenix, Touchstone, Storyteller, Infinity Press, The Current, and the Beatin' Edge.
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Writers Guild Winners 'Inception' and 'The Social Network' Favorites for OscarsThe Writers Guild Awards often predict the year's Oscar winners. This year may be no exception, with original screenplay winner Chris Nolan for "Inception" and winner for best adapted screenplay Aaron Sorkin for "The Social Network." -
Eating the WorldA town park changes with the seasons, as do we all. -
I Don't Want to DieAn abused dog who is rescued and gets a new home works through the nightmares of the past. -
Toward the WoodsToward the woods is a story about the power of stories in our lives. It was written fof Oklahoma's centennial in 2007. -
Top Marathon Runners of All TimeThe five best marathon runners of all time are a diverse and very accomplished group of athletes. -
What You May Not Know About Making Friends OnlineWhile the negative consequences of online friendships are well-known, the benefits and rewards of making friends online need more attention, since the opportunities in these friendships are diverse and far-reaching. -
Best Local Diners in Northeastern OklahomaLess than an hour from Tulsa, four Mayes County diners offer a classic diner experience with a friendly atmosphere and great food.
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Chinese UFO Sighting Sparks Controversy and StoriesThe UFO spotted and filmed in Hanghzhou, China, alarmed and fascinated people, even though such spottings are a part of all cultures' shared stories.
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Harvey Pekar, 'American Splendor' Creator and Comic Genius, DiesComic book pioneer Harvey Pekar, creator of the series "American Splendor," was an unlikely media star. However, his dark look at ordinary life left a big impression on someone far from the spotlight, a girl growing up in 1980s Oklahoma.
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Black-Eyed Susans"Black-Eyed Susans" is a short story on the theme of memory and how the perspective of something changes as the memory struggles to accept change. A field of black-eyed Susans becomes a reminder of love and loss. -
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History in Norman, OklahomaThe Sam Noble Natural History Museum in Norman, Oklahoma, provides an enjoyable and educational experience for all visitors. -
Making a Creature Field Guide for King LearMaking a field guide of creatures mentioned in King Lear is a wonderful way for teachers to engage their students, while teaching them valuable research, reading, analyzing, and writing skills. -
Seeing Purple in the WorldThe world is surrounded by the stuff of human imagining - thoughts and dreams and visions - and the beauty of growing things.