Profile: Calvin Trillin

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Calvin Trillin is a staff writer at The New Yorker, with more than 25 books to his credit (the ones I've read have been about family and food - he's a great food writer). His first book, published in 1964, was a look at the integration of the University of Georgia; his latest book, About Alice, is a look back at his late wife, partner, and inspiration, and it's gotten rave reviews everywhere. Trillin is also a syndicated columnist, and has written more articles for The Nation than any other writer.

Here's a fascinating interview with Mr. Trillin on salon.com, which includes the following factoid:

But despite publishing 16 books (including two novels and a volume of short stories), Trillin didn't debut on the bestseller list until 1993, with Remembering Denny.

Sad for Mr. Trillin, but that should be inspirational to any writer: keep plugging.


Sun., Apr. 1, 10 am:
"Writing From Memory: An Insider's Look at Autobiography"

Sun., Apr. 1, 2:30 pm:
"A Conversation with Calvin Trillin"