What Can We Steal From Charles Baxter’s “Charity”?
Short Story

What Can We Steal From Charles Baxter’s “Charity”?

Title of Work and its Form: “Charity,” short story Author:  Charles Baxter Date of Work: 2013 Where the Work Can Be Found: The story debuted in Issue 43 of McSweeney’s.  Heidi Pitlor and Jennifer Egan chose to include the work in Best American Short Stories 2014. Bonuses:  Karen Carlson always has some interesting thoughts to share, this time … Continue reading »

What Can We Steal From Charles Baxter’s “Bravery”?
Short Story

What Can We Steal From Charles Baxter’s “Bravery”?

Title of Work and its Form: “Bravery,” short story Author: Charles Baxter Date of Work: 2012 Where the Work Can Be Found: The story debuted in the Winter 2012 issue of Tin House and was subsequently chosen for Best American Short Stories 2013. Bonuses: Here is an interview Mr. Baxter gave to Bookslut.  Here is what Karen Carlson … Continue reading »