APRIL DAVILA
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142 OSTRICHES
Set against the unexpected splendor of an ostrich ranch in the California desert, April Dávila’s beautifully written debut conjures an absorbing and compelling heroine in a story of courage, family and forgiveness.
“A vivid, uplifting debut...”
—Publishers Weekly
Recent Blog Posts
Getting Comfortable With Discomfort
I take a deep breath and try to get comfortable with the discomfort I’m about to bring down on myself. I’m a better writer for it.
The Little Voice in My Head Needs Caffeine
Every time I see the word “decaf” a little voice inside my head responds “fuck off.” I’m not even kidding. Coffee is my last remaining vice and I have no […]
Claire the Hummingbird: Update
Even if the hummingbird nest was brand new when I spotted it, it should be just about time for the eggs to hatch…
Button Poetry
I am not a poet, not by a long shot, but I appreciate poetry and love to hear poets read their own work. When I listen to poetry…
The Best Part of Traveling
I LOVE airport bookstores. I mean, I love all bookstores, but airport bookstores are particularly great because…
My Church
My church is Henry Cowell Redwoods -happy Easter everyone.
Co-Working In Culver City
I’m in Culver City today, working at a co-working facility called Blank Spaces.
Think About Things
Think About Things – t’s even more charming when you know that he apparently wrote the song for his baby girl.
Claire, My New Office Buddy
A hummingbird has built a teeny tiny nest in the light fixture outside my office window. I’m calling her Claire.
Brunch with Paulette Perhach
Submit your work, get rejected, and whenever you can, take a writer friend like Paulette Perhach to brunch at an adorable Los Angeles cafe.