So. Jeffrey’s going to be mad at me for this, but I’m using our blog as a vehicle in which to plug a reading I’m doing in New York. Forgive me for this, but a story of mine — titled “birdfeeder” — has been selected for The Best American Short Plays 2007/2008 anthology, published by Applause books. The book itself is now available in both hardback and paperback. It is a huge honor to be a part of such an intimidating roster of writers as John Guare and Neil LaBute.

Applause is proud to continue the series that for over 60 years has been the standard of excellence for one-act plays in America. Our editor Barbara Parisi has selected 14 plays, including short works by Daniel Gallant, John Guare, Neil LaBute, and Clay McLeod Chapman.

Buy it here!

There will be two FREE reading events celebrating the release of the book here in New York City, both well worth your time. I’ll be reading my piece at both events…

SATURDAY, SEPT 12th — 6 PM
at the Barnes and Noble (Lincoln Triangle)
1972 Broadway (Broadway and 66th St)

http://store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/event/3007674

We welcome included writers to discuss their work and actors to perform excerpts from the featured plays.

MONDAY, SEPT 14th — 7 PM
at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe
236 East 3rd Street (btn Ave B & C)

http://www.nuyorican.org/calendar.php?r=0&eid=231

Featuring readings and performances by the playwrights.

Hope you can make it out … Pick up the book if you can!

Take care,
CMC