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Clint Smith

    Clint Smith is a master of dark, atmospheric fiction, delving into decaying cities and lives. His prose is described as mellifluous and eloquent, skillfully navigating the pitfalls of self-conscious literariness and excessive starkness. Smith crafts his grim scenarios with an intensity and cumulative power that draws readers into the depths of human experience. His works explore the darker aspects of existence with a unique narrative talent.

    Just Beneath the Soil
    Faith and the Formula
    The Skeleton Melodies
    Above Ground
    Counting Descent
    How the Word Is Passed
    • 2025

      Just Beneath the Soil

      • 352 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Clint Smith delves into the legacy of World War II, examining its lasting impact on public memory and the collective reckoning it demands. Through insightful analysis, he confronts the complexities of how this pivotal event is remembered and the implications it holds for contemporary society. Smith's exploration invites readers to reflect on the narratives constructed around the war and challenges them to engage with its unresolved legacies.

      Just Beneath the Soil
    • 2023

      Above Ground

      • 128 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      4.6(3865)Add rating

      An accessible and moving second book of poems from Clint Smith, the instant #1 New York Times bestselling author of How the Word is Passed.

      Above Ground
    • 2021

      'A beautifully readable reminder of how much of our urgent, collective history resounds in places all around us that have been hidden in plain sight.' Afua Hirsch, author of Brit(ish)

      How the Word Is Passed
    • 2020

      The Skeleton Melodies

      • 328 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Evocative prose and fully-realized characters set this second collection apart, showcasing the author's skill in creating deeply engaging narratives. The work has been highlighted for its outstanding literary quality, promising readers a rich and immersive experience.

      The Skeleton Melodies
    • 2016

      Counting Descent

      • 84 pages
      • 3 hours of reading
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      Clint Smith's debut poetry collection explores the complexities of lineage and tradition through a coming-of-age narrative. The poems delve into personal and cultural identity, reflecting on the intersections of heritage and modern life. With lyrical depth, Smith invites readers to reconsider their understanding of family and the legacies that shape us, blending poignant imagery with thought-provoking themes.

      Counting Descent
    • 2014

      Ghouljaw and Other Stories

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Exploring the interplay between the mundane and the extraordinary, this collection of stories offers unsettling narratives filled with vivid detail. The tales reveal the unsettling connections between everyday life and moments of terror, showcasing the thin line that separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. Each story invites readers to confront the complexities of human experience, blending elements of the familiar with the uncanny.

      Ghouljaw and Other Stories
    • 2013

      Faith and the Formula

      • 316 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Tim Jennings searches for his fiancee who presumably died in a tragic accident, but he believes that she is still alive -- her body never recovered. His search leads him headlong into a subversive underground organization dedicated to toppling the U.S. government. The organization plans to implement a mysterious medical formula that halts the aging process to accomplish its evil goals. While Time confronts evil, he struggles with his own faith. What will be the outcome?

      Faith and the Formula