The ultimate collector's edition of Juliet Escoria's short stories from Black Cloud, poetry from Witch Hunt, and new work, with an introduction by Scott McClanahan (The Sarah Book).
Collected Works Spanning a Decade
This comprehensive collection brings together Juliet Escoria's most celebrated writings from across her career. The volume combines her acclaimed short story collection Black Cloud, poetry from Witch Hunt, and previously unpublished new work, offering readers a complete view of one of contemporary indie literature's most distinctive voices.
Dark Fiction and Brutally Honest Poetry
Escoria's wickedly dark, funny, and brazenly vulnerable writing style has earned her a devoted following. This collection features brutal fictions, biting poems, and eye-opening personal vignettes that explore mental health, mortality, and the complexities of modern existence. Her unfiltered visions provide both darkness and light, making this a body of work to be savored repeatedly.
About Juliet Escoria
Juliet Escoria is the author of You Are the Snake (Soft Skull, 2024) and Juliet the Maniac (Melville House, 2019). Her writing has appeared in Tyrant, VICE, Hotel, and the New York Times, and has been translated into multiple languages. Born in Australia and raised in San Diego, she currently lives in West Virginia.
Introduction by Scott McClanahan
This collector's edition features an introduction by Scott McClanahan, author of The Sarah Book, providing context and insight into Escoria's influential body of work.
For Wanderers and Seekers
Through honest musings on 9/11, mental health struggles, and existential questions, Escoria serves as a kindred spirit for readers navigating their own dark nights of the soul. Her wisdom comes from a life fully lived and fearlessly examined, offering companionship to those seeking authentic voices in contemporary literature.