The Desk and the Stream
A short introduction to why this press exists and what it means to write carefully in an age of noise.
The Current is a stream of short essays from the studio – reflections on how people keep their footing in noisy times. Notes on work, craft, and the fragments that help memory hold its shape.
Essays delivered occasionally – never more than twice a month.
Each piece in The Current is a short act of attention. Some trace quiet histories; others look at the habits and tools that make thinking possible. Together they form a record of work done slowly and with care.
The essays are free to read. A small paid tier, Archive Notes, will open in 2026 for readers who want early drafts and studio commentary.
A short introduction to why this press exists and what it means to write carefully in an age of noise.
The next essay in The Current — title and focus to be announced.
Another forthcoming piece exploring clarity, memory, or the craft of making.
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