https://thomascannonauthor.com/2017/08/30/sensory-overload/?page_id=415 We must keep in our minds that everyone is different. Everyone is leading a different life and sees things in a unique way. That is one of the reasons I wrote the short story Alternate Forms of Life My story centers on Alexander, a character on the autism spectrum with Asperger's. It's especially personal … Continue reading Alternate Forms of Life
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Am I Wrong
The poem explores the question of self-reflection, emphasizing the importance of asking oneself, "How can I be wrong?" It highlights how our brains often engage in negative assessments of ourselves and others, driven by fear of failure. Through poetry and journaling, we can confront these automatic thoughts, fostering openness and connection.
The Flight or Fight of Love:
"The Flight or Fight of Love" follows Jason, who avoids commitment until he falls for Penny, a woman devoted to her father's auto parts business, exploring complex relationships.
The Good Times
The narrator reminisces about a friendship from their pizza restaurant days, highlighting shared adventures and the nostalgic sense of connection.
Alienation and Standup Comedy
The novel "Shattered" by Thomas Cannon explores themes of alienation and emotional pain through the character Mikey Haskell, a standup comedian. It draws on personal experiences, societal issues like abortion, and influences from literature.
Fiction about breaking generational trauma and rewriting your life script
The author discusses character flaws and seeks to portray relatable struggles in "No More Ugly Girls."
Gritty psychological fiction set in the 1990s comedy scene
Overview of Shattered: In Shattered by Thomas Cannon, an oversized stand-up comedian named Mikey Haskell spirals into a severe mental breakdown following a devastating breakup with his fiancée. Set against the backdrop of the mid-1990s comedy circuit in the Twin Cities, this dark, gritty psychological drama explores what happens when a man channels his heartbreak, … Continue reading Gritty psychological fiction set in the 1990s comedy scene
No More Ugly Girls: Life in Midwest Small Cities
My main character, Auburn, would say she had a wild, fun time. I think it is one of the lies she tells herself, but what she felt was desperation.
Podcast Episode: The Poet’s Path To Mastery
Pip: Thomas Cannon author writes about poetry the way a good coach talks about training — with honesty about the long road and genuine enthusiasm for the work itself. Mara: Today we're covering two territories: the craft of building a writing practice over time, and the more personal question of what it means to claim … Continue reading Podcast Episode: The Poet’s Path To Mastery
Mastering Poetry: Write a Million Words to Success
“Your first million words don’t count.” In other words you have to write a million words to get good.” I think this is a great thing to keep in mind in order to keep writing and keep striving to get better (and actually if you keep writing, you will get better). For poets this leads … Continue reading Mastering Poetry: Write a Million Words to Success
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