Kevin Brockmeier
Kevin Brockmeier is an acclaimed American author known for his imaginative storytelling and lyrical prose. His works often blend elements of fantasy and reality, exploring themes of human connection and the mysteries of existence. Brockmeier has written several novels, short stories, and children's books, earning accolades such as the O. Henry Prize. His unique voice and profound narratives have captivated readers worldwide, establishing him as a distinctive figure in contemporary literature.
Book summaries for books written by Kevin Brockmeier
Quotes
You are trying to make sense of something that doesn’t make sense.
In the end, we are nothing more than memories.
You have to believe in things that aren't true. How else can they become?
The dead are everywhere. You can't walk for five minutes in this city without stepping on them.
It’s a strange thing, the stories we tell ourselves.
Everyone in the city is connected to everyone else, everyone is separate.
The world is full of things that aren't connected.
We are what we pretend to be.
We are all a little bit stronger than we think.
The world is filled with the echoes of the dead.
The dead are colonizing the city.
Memory is a kind of accomplishment.