David Starkey, Author at The Santa Barbara Independent

Books By David Starkey | Thu Dec 25, 2025 | 1:28pm

Book Review | ‘Long Distance’ by Ayşegül Savaş

Short story collection from lauded Turkish writer shines.

Books By David Starkey & Brian Tanguay | Thu Dec 25, 2025 | 12:38pm

The California Review of Books’s team shares their picks for the best books of the year.

Books By David Starkey | Fri Dec 05, 2025 | 10:47am

Santa Barbara Poet Laureate David Starkey (2009-2011) shares his favorite poetry books of 2025.

Books By David Starkey | Mon Nov 10, 2025 | 9:07am

A collection of stories that stands with the author’s finest work.

Poetry By David Starkey | Fri Oct 10, 2025 | 10:39am

Acclaimed poet Dana Gioia talks about words and music, with an upcoming visit to UCSB.

Books By David Starkey | Mon Sep 29, 2025 | 9:21am

Spending some prime time with the late John Prine.

Books By David Starkey | Fri Sep 19, 2025 | 4:28pm

A significant literary historical document, that’s also a fun read.

Books By David Starkey | Tue Aug 12, 2025 | 10:43am

Brooks latest is a beautifully written memoir about the loss of a spouse.

Books By David Starkey | Thu Jul 31, 2025 | 10:51am

A charmingly funny book length comic for adults, ‘Insectopolis’ gives insects a platform to tell their stories.

Books By David Starkey | Thu Jul 24, 2025 | 10:24am

An exploration of the mystery of how a poor young man inspired a religion that reshaped the world.