A few years ago, I had the pleasure of running into an old educator friend of mine who suggested my students might enjoy reading The Chronicles of Harris Burdick. The following short story was inspired by my experiences with the book.
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Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of United – Gary B. France
I recently had the opportunity to read an advanced copy of the very talented Gary France's debut novel. Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of United drops in early February 2018 from FOW Books. Bottom line, I loved this book. CLICK HERE to read my review!
A Significant Gamble (part 4 of 4)
read parts 1 , 2 , 3 The prize fight must have ended while we were away because Hem and Scott were back to their own bickering when we arrived. “You told me you were putting it all on Carter. That’s why I bet on him. I thought you had a tip.” “I changed my … Continue reading A Significant Gamble (part 4 of 4)
A Significant Gamble (part 3 of 4)
read parts 1, 2 Again, we waded into the river of spilling coins and falling chips. Sam tugged at my collar when I found myself, as before, momentarily stunned by the ever-changing casino landscape. He lead me in this way, effective if not terribly ill-mannered for a Southern gentleman, past a minefield of slot machines, … Continue reading A Significant Gamble (part 3 of 4)
A Significant Gamble (part 2 of 4)
read part 1 Two enormous chandeliers hung at even intervals above the vast casino floor and swayed gently, almost imperceptibly, with the rocking of the boat. A million tiny crystals cascaded down their sides like frozen bits of waterfall and the light shining through them left confetti-like flecks on the surrounding walls and the backs … Continue reading A Significant Gamble (part 2 of 4)
A Significant Gamble (part 1 of 4)
I don’t know how I ended up there. It wasn’t my original destination, maybe not even my second choice. But I found myself wandering aimlessly across the pier, inhaling the dank aroma of sodden timber and murky river water. I’d been drawn here, maybe by that same soft voice which beckons lovers to their chance … Continue reading A Significant Gamble (part 1 of 4)
The Paperboy Incident
I'm a little late getting this out there, but my essay "The Paperboy Incident" appeared in the summer issue of Lowestoft Chronicle. It features one of the most embarrassing moments of my life, so I suggest you sit back and have a laugh on me. Read it here: LOWESTOFT CHRONICLE (summer issue) - THE PAPERBOY … Continue reading The Paperboy Incident
A Little Girl Was Born
At that point the family had rattled off a Joe DiMaggio-like streak of male children. Baseball cards and skinned knees and fist fights were regular, and somewhat welcomed, entities in our households. But you could tell a change was in the wind.
The Little Zoologist
We spent much of the day casting out spinner baits and then reeling in huge clumps of green algae. We’d peel it off after a few minutes work, toss it on the bank, and then cast out for another try. By the time the sun was at it highest and hottest point, we were getting … Continue reading The Little Zoologist
Author Q&A: Frank Morelli
I recently sat down for a brief Q&A session with the publishers at Fish Out of Water Books. Read what I had to say...
