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Welcome to the interweb home of Chicago writer

Michael A. Van Kerckhove.

I am a published author of creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry, interviews, food reviews, pop culture and environmental pieces, and more. Check out my Publications and Freelance pages for more information.

The Performance page features information on past storytelling events and readings. Plus info on unpublished work I’ve shared.

My Nonprofit page features information on professional, volunteer, and other experience with various nonprofit organizations.

Cover artwork by the most excellent Borja Cabada.
Photo: Clifton McReynolds.

Latest Publications

“Survival”

My first official published short fiction piece Survival is included in the 21st edition of Off the Rocks,  NewTown Writers’ journal of LGBT writings.

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“Everyone Should Go to Live Lit Events”

My piece about the importance of Live Lit events is live at Proximity Magazine‘s TRUE Blog.

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Upcoming Shows

Is This a Thing? – Home

Monday, November 11, 2019 @ O’Shaughnessy’s, Ravenswood, Chicago.

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Publications

All things Publications! Learn more about my work published in print and online. Thank you for reading. (more…)

Performance

All things Performance! Learn more about live lit/storytelling, reading, and solo performance events. Thank you for visiting. (more…)

Freelance

Welcome to my Freelance Writer portal! I am taking my years of writerly experience to new heights as I seek…