James D. McCallister Books

James D. McCallister is a storyteller who delves into the complexities of the human experience, often focusing on themes and characters that navigate the borderlands of hope and despair. His prose stands out for its atmospheric quality, evoking sensory images that draw readers into his meticulously crafted worlds. Through his distinct voice and thoughtful explorations of human nature, McCallister examines themes of connection, loss, and the search for meaning in an often turbulent world. His works resonate with emotional authenticity, leaving a lasting impression on readers.

Reconstruction of the Fables
324 pages
12 hours of reading
1980s coming-of-age novel set in a world of student filmmaking, one fraught with challenges both personal and professional for a mid-life narrator, a suddenly downsized journalist, looking back upon his youth. His challenges back then included the death of a parent as well as a romantic love triangle among his wisecracking mentor Kunk, his dream girl Camille, and a version of the callow, unnamed youthful persona whose name is [REDACTED] from our knowledge to 'protect the innocent,' as he says in a footnote.

Reconstruction of the Fables