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Interview: Dr. M. Leona Godin

1/15/2017

Spotlight: Dr. M. Leona Godin

Interview by Gretchen Gales
@GGalesQuailBell
QuailBellMagazine.com

*Editor's Note: This interview project was created to help you as readers get to know our writers as well as the Quail Bell Crew to get to know each other better. This intervew was conducted by managing editor Gretchen Gales and focuses on the "Distill My Heart" columnist, Dr. M. Leona Godin.

How did you become associated with Quail Bell?
I'm a late bloomer when it comes to submitting my writing. My first published story was in FLAPPERHOUSE, a super cool zine based in Brooklyn, though I didn't realize they were so close when I was submitting to them. Anyway, when you first start submitting to journals it can be overwhelming. I spent a lot of sleepless nights checking out bios and following trails. I ran into a review of my beloved FLAPPERHOUSE at Quail Bell, and decided to submit. I think I was looking for something to sink my teeth into and so, instead of just submitting, I decided to apply to be a regular QB contributor, et voila, I'm still here!

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Welcome to our staff blog, where you can learn more about The Quail Bell Crew.

History

Christine Stoddard conceived the idea for Quail Bell in late 2009 after writing a children's story by the same name, and launched the website as a college blog in 2010. In June 2013, Christine and former art director Kristen Rebelo officially launched Quail Bell Magazine as a global web magazine. Read our editorial mission statement to learn more.

The QB Crew

Christine Stoddard, Founding Editor

Art, media, and language have enchanted Christine Stoddard since the days of her early upbringing in Arlington, VA. While still a mere fairy flutter from D.C., Christine dove into creative activities, hoping that her artistic talents would distract her teachers from learning of her mathematical inability. Luckily, her plan worked. Her non-math skills have been recognized by regional and national organizations. In October 2011, Style Weekly Magazine named her one of the "Top 40 Under 40" in Richmond, VA, while she was still a VCUarts student. Christine currently lives and works in her native Virginia. Email her at: [email protected].

Gretchen Gales,

Executive Editor
Though Gretchen first dedicated her life to being a veterinarian and a best-selling writer on the side, her lack of technical abilities helped guide her towards a literary and art career. Gretchen has published work in Ms., Bustle, The Establishment, and over 30 other publications. She also has been interviewed in Dear English Major and Her Campus. More of her work can be found at writinggales.wordpress.com.