Author Archives: John Clark

Meet Brian Katcher

Posted on January 10, 2023 by John Clark

John Clark interviewing friend and fellow librarian Brian Katcher whose newest book is set in Maine. You’re a school library media specialist in Missouri, but you’ve had some interesting travels if I remember correctly. What stands out the most? I … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Almost Perfect, Brian Katcher, Deacon Locke Went to Prom, Everybody Dies in the End, Marley's Ghost, missouri, Playing with Matches, Schllo Media Libearians, The Improbable Theory of Anna and Zak, Young Adult Fiction | 5 Comments

Around the Bend

Posted on December 12, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark on what happened to one of my story starts from my January blog post. If you remember that far back, I posted ten possible story beginnings. They were intended to become short stories, but a funny thing … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Alternate realms, John Clark, Narraguagus River, Norse mythology, Works in progress, Young adult fantasy | 5 Comments

De Feet or Defeat: Where do you stand?

Posted on November 3, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark with a soap box moment. Douglas Rooks’ opinion piece in today’s Waterville Sentinel begins thusly: “Tuesday will mark the 50th anniversary of my first vote. Since 1972, I’ve voted in 12 presidential elections and 11 previous midterms, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 2022 election, ballot clerks, Civic involvement, Douglas Rooks, John R. Clark, Pittsfield Public Library, Political activity, Postcard campaigns | 8 Comments

Most people wouldn’t be impressed by my new apartment, but that hardly mattered to me. It was affordable, had an extra bedroom, and came furnished. It was also within walking distance of my new job. Hell, I deserved something … Continue reading →

Posted on October 6, 2022 by John Clark | Leave a comment

The Alternate Creativity-Reading

Posted on September 6, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark, back to sharing some YA book reviews, partially inspired by a photo I saw online. I could live to 750 and still never read every book I think is intriguing. There could be worse fates I’m sure. Since … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged book reviewing, Gillian French, Jen Doll, Jennifer Alsever, John R. Clark, Julia Walton, Margaret McDonald, Steven James, Young Adult Fiction | 2 Comments

Ten Years After, Sans Band

Posted on August 4, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark at the end of a literary journey. Some ten years ago, I began putting together short stories about Maine kids who struggled with seemingly impossible situations. Some of the inspiration came from my own growing up experiences, some … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Hardscrabble Kids, Hinterlands Press, John Clark, maine short stories, YA fantasy, Young adult anthologies | 8 Comments

And It Came To Pass

Posted on July 5, 2022 by John Clark

A darkness was spreading over the world and had covered a frightening portion before the Cosmic Caretaker noticed. They had been so engrossed in the latest book borrowed from the Library at the Center of the Universe, their dereliction of … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Dark humor, Global warming, John Clark, Littering, Reproductive rights, The Cosmic Caretaker, Violence | 7 Comments

Deja Vu, All Over Again, Or I Loves Me A Good’un

Posted on June 6, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark talking about two seemingly disparate activities I really like. It began back in the 1980s when I discovered how addicting and fun computer role playing games (RPGs) were. The Ultima series, Might and Magic games, Eye Of The … Continue reading →

Tagged book sales, Computer RPGs, Hartland Public Library, John R. Clark, Maine libraries, Paperbackswap | 1 Comment

DOES SILENCE IMPLY CONSENT?

Posted on May 5, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark sharing a very personal experience. By now you have seen the stories regarding the leaked documents from the supreme court regarding Roe VS Wade and the sense that the justices are leaning heavily toward abolishing that landmark decision. … Continue reading →

Tagged 1970s, Abortion, Choice, Fanaticism, Personal freedon, Roe VS Wade, Supreme Court, women's rights | 14 Comments

Who Loves Ya Baby?

Posted on April 5, 2022 by John Clark

John Clark with his retired librarian hat on today. The following comment was posted on the Maine library listserv a week back in response to a job posting for a part-time masters level library position. I share it as a … Continue reading →