Alan Catlin has published well over sixty chapbooks and full-length books of poetry and prose. Most recently his fictional memoir/novel Chaos Management was published by Alien Buddha and is available on Amazon.
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Alan Catlin schöpft aus einer reichen Palette an Erfahrungen als Barkeeper und schafft Prosa und Poesie, die sich mit einer einzigartigen Stimme mit der menschlichen Verfassung auseinandersetzen. Seine produktive Arbeit, die über sechzig Chapbooks und abendfüllende Sammlungen umfasst, zeigt eine scharfe Beobachtung der Feinheiten des Lebens. Obwohl seine Werke beträchtliche kritische Aufmerksamkeit erregt haben, sind es die ausgeprägten literarischen Verdienste und die nachklingenden Themen, die seinen Beitrag zur Literatur wirklich definieren.
Another Saturday Night in Jukebox Hell
- 130 Seiten
- 5 Lesestunden
Set in a chaotic bar, the story unfolds through the eyes of a witty bartender trapped with an endless stream of unruly patrons. The virtual jukebox, dubbed the "infernal machine," plays an eclectic mix of loud music, creating a lively yet overwhelming atmosphere. As the bartender navigates this cacophony, he humorously depicts his struggles with the rowdy crowd, likening them to demons with boundless credit. The narrative blends snarky humor with real-life experiences, offering a unique and irreverent take on nightlife.
Bar Guide for the Seriously Deranged
- 110 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
The author draws from his extensive experience as a barman in the Albany, NY area, offering a unique perspective on the lives and stories of the patrons he encountered. Through a collection of chapbooks and full-length works, he captures the essence of bar culture and the diverse characters that populate it, blending personal anecdotes with broader reflections on life behind the bar. His writing provides an intimate glimpse into the world of hospitality and the human connections forged in this unchosen profession.