“It was my mother who taught me the one worthwhile thing: when they ask if you like what you see in the mirror, pretend that what they mean is what's behind you--the shower curtain, the tile, the wallpaper, whatever's there.”
Quote by Gary Lutz
Work
Stories in the Worst Way
This book compiles a series of short narratives that delve into the darker aspects of human experience, presenting tales that are often unsettling and thought-provoking. more
Author
Gary Lutz
Gary Lutz (born 1955) is an American writer, essayist, and creative writing teacher known for his highly experimental prose style and meticulous attention to sentence structure. His work often explores themes of loneliness, alienation, and the absurdities of everyday life. Lutz is the author of several short story collections, including Stories in the Worst Way and Partial List of People to Bleach. He has taught creative writing at the University of Pittsburgh for many years and is regarded as a 'writer's writer' within avant-garde literary circles. His influence extends to the field of experimental fiction and writing pedagogy. more
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