Creative Work
This page features some of my creative writing work. The pieces range from long- to short-length and include literary fiction, genre fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. A sample of each piece is provided.
Note: I hold the rights to all the content on this page. It may not be used or repurposed in any way without my written consent under copyright law.
Going
Sample of Novel-in-Progress
Genre: Literary Fiction
Adam, an emotionally exhausted Albuquerque landscaper, quits his job in dramatic fashion, packs a bag, and flees the city by train. He deboards in a tiny town and is promptly conned by a one-night-stand who, after giving him a fake name, steals his money, clothes, and heart. Stuck in the town, Adam spends most of his time drunk or high or both. He gets in with the local crowd and, over time, realizes that something about them is strange.
"Bald Spots"
Sample of Short Story
Genre: Science Fiction
7600 words
After an unprepared president causes an international war that destroys his country of Merca, the people have rebuilt. To prevent and future mishaps, the government introduced the Personal Strength Analysis, which tests the IQ of every citizen on the week of their tenth birthday. Those who fail the Analysis are sent to a learning facility outside of Merca which few people know the truth about, and from which fewer ever return. Ryker Ofall does not pass the Analysis.
Hydrologic Cycle
Sample of Poetry Collection
Hydrologic Cycle is a short collection of poetry about the process of maturing from child to adult, which often happens before the time is right. The poems provided include "Craving Apogee," "A Bunch of Oranges," and "Invasive."
"What I Don't Know Can Hurt Me"
Creative Nonfiction Essay
750 words
A&W fundraises for Multiple Sclerosis Canada every August. I, the mother of a woman diagnosed in her early twenties, and waiting in line for my order.
