Tag Archives: Patricia Smith

More Praise for “Shoulda Been Jimi Savannah”

Posted on March 26, 2013 by

Rattle, one of the best literary magazines around, had this to say about Shoulda Been Jimi Savanna, my wife Patricia Smith’s latest poetry collection: “Throughout the book, Smith’s fresh diction is surprising enough to be almost a new language.” Damn … Continue reading →

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Patricia Smith Story Selected for “Best American Mysteries” Anthology

Posted on February 21, 2013 by

I am so proud that “When they are Done With Us,” a short story by my wife, Patricia Smith, is one of 20 selected for inclusion in the 2013 edition of Best American Mysteries. The story first appeared in last … Continue reading →

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The Next Big Thing

Posted on December 11, 2012 by

Gar Anthony Haywood, one of my favorite crime novelists, invited me to participate in “The Next Big Thing,” an online promotion designed to introduce readers to writers’ favorite authors. Here’s how it works. I answer ten questions about myself and … Continue reading →

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At the Mysterious Bookshop

Posted on December 6, 2012 by

That’s me and my wife, Patricia Smith, promoting “Staten Island Noir,” a new anthology from Akashic Press, at the Mysterious Bookshop in Manhattan. Patricia edited the book and I wrote one of the stories. Reviewers are calling it one of … Continue reading →

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Buddy Guy

Posted on October 25, 2012 by

My wife Patricia Smith and I saw Buddy Guy perform at B.B. King’s club on 42nd Street in Manhattan last night. At 76, our greatest living bluesman looks 20 years younger and is as dynamic as ever. Buddy is a … Continue reading →

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Publishers Weekly gives “Staten Island Noir” a Starred Review!

Posted on August 31, 2012 by

Staten Island Noir, an Akashic Press anthology edited by my wife, Patricia Smith, just received a starred review in Publishers Weekly.  Her story — and mine — are among the ones the review singles out for special praise.  The review: … Continue reading →

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Mulligan, Hero of My Crime Novels, Get’s Interviewed By a Music Magazine

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

Mark Gould of Sound Waves Magazine got in touch with me the other day and said he wanted to interview Liam Mulligan, the hero of my crime novels, about his taste in music. I can’t speak for Mulligan, I told … Continue reading →

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More Honors For My Brilliant Wife Patricia Smith

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

My wife Patricia Smith has won her second Pushcart prize for poetry. And she’s just been selected as a MacDowell Fellow and will be spending several weeks working at the New Hampshire artist colony this summer. This is a big … Continue reading →

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Look Who’s Reading “Rogue Island” Now! It’s Actress Amber Tamblyn

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

Amber Tamblyn is perhaps best known for her roles in two TV series, Joan of Arcadia and House. She also appeared in several movies including  Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2. Amber is also the author of two fine books … Continue reading →

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My Wife Patricia Smith Featured in “Best American Essays”

Posted on October 1, 2011 by

The new Best American Essays anthology is out, and my wife Patricia Smith is included along with the likes of Christopher Hitchens and Toi Derricotte. Patricia is also in Best American Poetry 2011. How’s that for versatility? You can find … Continue reading →

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