NARRATIVE
Because of the personal nature of the, eh, personal essay, it can never be objective. I belief in honest and candid writing, but I also believe in creative license. The best stories use play with language, chronology and characters in order to sculpt poignant moments and engage the reader with greater themes. Therefore, most of my writing is a blend of fact and fiction, and is not taken directly from my experiences.Saturday Lunch
This piece illustrates how even the most casual meal can inspire a connection. In this short piece, I portray depth of character and emotion by using detailed description of body movement and clever, realistic dialogue.Click here to read "Saturday Lunch" (will open PDF)
Merry End of The World
This is an excerpt from a longer piece about a quirky family and their unique holiday traditions. In the introduction, I set a scene of affection and cheerful dysfunction with humorous dialogue and dry narration.Click here to read the introduction to "Merry End of The World"
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