Synopsis
Brilliant, homeless and nearly invisible, a young man wonders through Boston, looking for meaning and hope. Extreme mood swings and an unusual outlook on life make it impossible for him to thrive in mainstream society. He finds comfort in Laundromats, where he calms himself by watching clothes tumble round and round and round. And in the streets he finds other people like himself, below the radar, laboring to survive. Poignant and buoyant, Spin Cycles is a story of loss, discovery, and, just possibly, redemption.
About the AuthorCharles Coe is author of two books of poetry, "All Sins Forgiven" and "Picnic on the Moon." His poetry has appeared in many literary reviews and anthologies. Charles won a fellowship in poetry from the Massachusetts Cultural Council, and his poems have been set to music by a number of composers. Co-chair of the Boston Chapter of the National Writers Union, Charles was selected by the Associates of the Boston Public Library as a "Boston Literary Light for 2014"
About the SeriesThe Open Door series - an innovative program of original and adapted works by some of the most beloved modern writers - was started in Ireland to promote adult literacy. The Gemma Open Door is an offshoot of this successful series, and showcases fresh stories and new writing from both best-selling North American authors and emerging voices.
Gemma Open Door books offer enjoyment & fulfillment through fresh, original, and relevant stories with grown up themes to build confidence and enrich the lives of adult emerging readers. Their high interest-low reading level (Hi-Lo) books and e-books are between 2nd and 5th grade levels with content for adult readers.
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