Books are my favorite gift, both to give and to receive. So as the holidays approach, here is a list of some of the best novels I’ve read this year, ranging from hard sci-fi to swash-buckling fantasy to stunning literary fiction. Some were newly published this year, and some were […]
I have a confession to make. I used to hate horror. Or, at least, I thought I did. Then three things changed my perspective. First, I realized I was unfairly judging a broad and varied literary tradition by a specific type of movie I hate, the splatter film.* Second, I […]
Life is tough — that’s why I tend to gravitate toward fiction that’s hopeful. It’s not that I’m deluding myself into thinking everything is rosy; more like I’m gathering strength for the next challenge, reminding myself why the struggle is worth it. But sometimes, particularly with short fiction, it can […]
For me, summer means travel — cross-country car rides and long lay-overs, peaceful hikes and glorious evenings away from home with (hopefully) a bit more time to relax. All this makes for a great time to catch up on podcasts. Although I’m still loyal to my old favorites, which focus […]
I’m excited to announce my ghost story Wicket 2.0 is out in Mysterion. The story is about doubt, faith and what happens when a stray dog suddenly appears bearing an uncanny resemblance to a family’s recently deceased pet. While you’re checking it out, consider reading two other excellent stories in […]
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