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Girl Reading Book in a Field of Sunflowers

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Joel D. Hirst

I think she is probably happy, content and at peace with herself. What do you think? https://www.artpal.com/joeldhirst/?i=319328-49

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“Adam and Eve” by the Afghanistan National Institute of Music

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Joel D. Hirst

Five years ago I was involved in a pretty crazy adventure, lending a hand to a diverse group of people which included Juilliard Music School, the Estonian Intelligence Minister, the Portuguese Defense Minister, the Qatari Royal Family, and Yo Yo … Continue reading →

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The Unraveling — My Dystopian Novel

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Joel D. Hirst

Nobody really reads anymore, the statistics are pretty grim. Pew Research suggested last year 40% of Americans read no book at all, 27% read up to four books and 19% — what Pew called “Heavy Readers” (no irony alas) read … Continue reading →

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I’m Back — Sort Of…

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Joel D. Hirst

OK, some thoughts on a Sunday morning in Spring: here goes. I’m returning this site to public viewing. Mostly as another place for people to find my novels, books, and paintings, or to give updates. I took all my previous … Continue reading →

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