“Toons never die naturally. They simply become unpopular.” This was a bit of a wildcard pick for me, but it … More
Author: Garrett Zecker
I am a writer, and teacher of writing and literature. MA, MFA.
I enjoy cycling, gardening, playing music, and books.
“…but your kids are gonna love it.” Michael J Fox’s Future Boy
Michael J. Fox’s Future Boy is an incredible and intimate behind-the-scenes look into his experiences filming Back to the Future … More
You’re Going To Be Okay by Darby Hudson
This wonderful collection of poetry, aphorisms, and bite-size soul knowledge is a whimsical journey. Presented a la Tyler Knott Gregson style typewriter … More
Twist by Colum McCann
“So much of our courage stems from a sense of shame.” We live in interesting times — times far removed … More
RIP King.
To try and control is to go mad… Everything Matters! by Ron Currie Jr.
“This is the key, you have learned – to relinquish control, to relinquish the desire for control… to try and … More
Josh Bresslin’s Going Over: A Character-Driven Journey in Wrestling and the new Guy Lit
Joshua Bresslin has hit the mat hard with his newest novel, Going Over. An emotionally impactful, character-driven examination of the … More
TERRORTOME! By Garth Marenghi
Well, I was totally late to the Marenghi train. Terrortome came up on a random “suggested for you” list curated … More
Reading Homer in 2025: When men were men and gods were gods
“Come, men of Troy and Trojan women; look upon Hektor if ever before you were joyful when you saw him … More
Canned Hams, the Weather, and Passing Time: The Quiet Magic of Aug 9—Fog by Kathryn Scanlan
“If there is such a thing as poetic archaeology, this is it.” This is a fascinating little book that I … More
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