If you've read my Stonecoast MFA graduation speech, you noticed that I took a couple of jabs at the writer and teacher, Rick Bass. If you were in attendance at the graduation ceremony, then maybe you were lucky enough to see Rick flash me the bird as he sat with other faculty members a few … Continue reading Every Writer Needs a Good Bass Kicking
Rick Bass
Stonecoast Graduation Speech (1.12.13)
Welcome everyone. I’d like to take a moment to thank Director Finch, Associate Dean Tuchinsky, Aaron, fellow graduates, future graduates, and friends and family. When I first showed up at the Stonehouse, I, maybe like some of the writers in this room, thought all I needed from this program were a few nuanced suggestions from … Continue reading Stonecoast Graduation Speech (1.12.13)
DAVE PATTERSON 