Monthly Archives: December 2011

Into and Out of the Wild–My final post at Necessary Fiction

Necessary Fiction.

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Matter Press: Open Reading for Prose Chapbook (January)

No reading fee and Matter Press pays handsomely and makes handsome books (see the book on the right). Here is the info: During the month of January, Matter Press will be open for submissions of a prose collection (prose poetry, … Continue reading

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Appalachian Silence among the Dark Selves – Sam Rasnake

I posted these poems on Christmas Eve at Necessary Fiction because they felt right, not in a religious sense, but in the feel and tone of solemnity that I get from Sam Rasnake’s poetry, particularly this Appalachian suite. Be sure … Continue reading

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Ho! Ho! Ho!

Happy Holidays!

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Two New Reviews of WILD LIFE

Nice to get two new reviews before the year is out. Jim Ruland, author of Big Lonesome, included a mini review of WILD LIFE in this article at San Diego City Beat: Collections of Short Stories to Hang by The … Continue reading

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Kim Chinquee @Necessary Fiction

“Ty rented a tiller from True Value, lugged it in his truck, went out to the back and pushed, the tiller digging up the grass like angry antlers.” Till by Kim Chinquee Necessary Fiction. Thrilled at the writing I’m showcasing … Continue reading

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A Great Year for Reading

This has really been a fantastic year for reading (and rereading), for me. I think the best, actually. I read mostly collections and chapbooks, reread some favorites and there are some nonfiction titles in here, though I wish I’d read … Continue reading

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Necessary Fiction

James Robison graciously agreed to contribute to my month as writer-in-residence at Necessary Fiction with his beautiful piece, “There Are No Lines in Nature” along with an author’s note. Read it here: Necessary Fiction.

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