Collins McCormick Literary Agency Disbands
GalleyCat, a blog that’s part of MediaBistro’s operation, is reporting that Collins McCormick Literary Agency is disbanding. The firm was launched in 2002 when Nina Collins joined forces with former New Yorker editor David McCormick. The firm’s website doesn’t mention any split just yet, but reports are that the separation was amicable and that Collins…
continue readingNBA Finalists Announced
With apologies to The Logo, Jerry West and pro basketball, I just couldn’t think of another image to accompany this post… The 2005 National Book Award Finalists were announced and it’s an impressive list. I must admit that I’m pulling for William Vollman, but check out all the folks and see if your favorite made…
continue readingJust Another Manic Wednesday…
Not really what Prince and the Bangles intended in their song lyrics, but true for me. I’m running late for work this morning so it will probably be a slow day here on Slushpile. I’ll try to get something posted later today but definitely check back tomorrow!
continue readingPhineas Poe Omnibus Release
Christmas is coming in October this year, possibly hijacked by Jack Skellington the Pumpkin King to hand out pre-Halloween treats, for lovers of neo-noir. We talked about Craig Clevenger’s new masterwork and now we also have Will Christopher Baer’s Phineas Poe: Books I, II, and III. This collection (also referred to as The Phineas Poe…
continue readingWriting Advice From Someone Who Expects Not to Write Again
Craig Clevenger, author of Dermaphoria and The Contortionist’s Handbook does not expect to ever write another word. He doesn’t plan on a career, he doesn’t worry about his “style” or his body of work. He focuses on every single word as if it’s his last. Above his desk is a note that reads “this is…
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