"A masterpiece. Lean and authentic, Fall Back Down When I Die captures what so many rural Americans on the margins are feeling; righteous anger and bitter disconnection, powerlessness and rugged pride. And yet, Wilkins has endowed his unforgettable cast of characters with humanity, gentleness, grace, and hard-won poetry. In prose as rugged and beautiful as the story’s Montana setting, Joe Wilkins has written one of the better novels I’ve read in years. An absolutely stunning book in every way.” – Nickolas Butler
I’ll be pointing my nose toward the Wallowas again this summer, where I’ll be joining Laura Pritchett, Nina McConigley, Jennifer Sahn, Kim Stafford, and more for the 31st Annual Fishtrap Summer Gathering. Registration is open. I’d love to see you there!