Damn...Hubert Selby died......

[vi5]

I'm so bummed out right now. Such a great author. I had the honor of interviewing him when I was doing a paper for my Masters Degree on his work. Seemed like a sweet guy but one with a lot of demons according to the CNN article on his death, and which was apparent in most all of his writings.

If you've never checked his work out, and are a fan of beat fiction or gritty drama along the lines of Boroughs, Henry Miller, or Hunter Thompson, by all means please seek out his work.

[NightTrain]

1. Sorry to hear that. I've read all of his novels.

Plus, LAST EXIT TO BROOKLYN and REQUIEM FOR A DREAM were incredible films.

RIP, Brother Selby!

2. I second that

He came to my school when I was working on my MFA.
Didn't get to interview him, but he gave some very inspiring talks/workshops that summer.
A very gentle soul, who had been through some very hard times at points.
Great writer.

[mitchum]

3. Rest In Peace, Cubby

He was a brilliant writer and a wonderful man. Several years ago he and I would have weekly phone conversations. He gave me invaluable advice about both writing and living.