Tracy Shawn on Her Novel ‘Floating Underwater’
David Starkey interviews the Central Coast author.
Author: David Starkey
“For Naomi Osaka” by David Starkey
It doesn’t really matter if you can’t handle a lefty’s serve or miss an easy volley, if your topspin’s off,
‘Between the First and Second Dose’
A poem by David Starkey.
Review | Jenny Offill’s ‘Weather’
In the novel, one thing happens, and then another; cause and effect are intentionally blurred.
Essay | Albert Camus’ ‘The Plague vs. COVID-19
Despite its perspicacity about plague mentality, Camus’ novel will likely have readers noticing as many differences as similarities between the two outbreaks.
Review | Kevin Barry’s Night Boat to Tangier
The novel is depressing, but it’s so hyper-charged with wit and rhythmic language readers won’t want it to end.
Ling Ma’s ‘Severance’
Author’s novel manages to serve up a fresh imagining of the end of the world.
Willard Thompson Interviewed
Santa Barbara author talks about his latest book, ‘La Paloma’
Walking State Street, Before and After COVID-19
Only three weeks apart, two very different experiences.
What to Read During National Poetry Month
Former Santa Barbara poet laureate and ‘Independent’ writer David Starkey reviews 30 books of poems.