Monthly Archives: January 2011

Just Kids

Early in Just Kids, here’s how Patti Smith describes a life-changing trip to an art museum: “I’m certain, as we filed down the great staircase, that I appeared the same as ever, a moping twelve-year-old, all arms and legs. But … Continue reading

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Upcoming Pub: Juked #8

My story “Couple” is in the latest issue of Juked, which can now be preordered here.

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More Conversations with a 5-Year-Old

Ethan: “Daddy, look at this picture of an asteroid I found in this book.” Me: “Wow. It says there are millions of asteroids floating around the universe.” Ethan (very concerned): “But not here.” Me: “No, not here. Far, far away.” … Continue reading

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Tom Franklin on Being Stuck

“Being stuck can also be a sign that you need to take some time off. Don’t fret about leaving a ms for a few days or weeks or even months. I have 3/4s of story that I started in 2000 … Continue reading

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This Is What It’s Like

The new issue of Blip Magazine is now live, featuring my story “This Is What It’s Like.”The issue was guest edited by Courtney Eldridge, and includes work by friends Alicia Gifford and Rae Bryant, as well (deep breath): Delphine Blue, … Continue reading

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