A reading from Cigar City by Eugenie Bondurant, music by Paul’s band, plus special guests, and it’s free!
We’re wrapping up the 5th-anniversary celebration of my short-story collection, Cigar City: Tales From A 1980s Creative Ghetto, with a free words and music event on the patio of Tombolo Books in St. Pete. (2153 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712) Join us Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 6:30 to 8:30. Eugenie Bondurant, star of […]
Cigar City book talks and live music events moved to new dates in November
Paul Wilborn’s short-story collection, Cigar City: Tales From A 1980s Creative Ghetto, turns five in 2024, and the anniversary celebration will include multiple appearances in Tampa and St. Petersburg. Due to the double whammy of hurricanes a few of my October book events have been rescheduled into November. Cigar City, the first book published by […]
Paul Wilborn celebrates the fifth anniversary of his award-winning story collection – Cigar City – with multiple appearances!
Paul Wilborn’s short-story collection, Cigar City: Tales From A 1980s Creative Ghetto, turns five in 2024, and the anniversary celebration will include multiple appearances in Tampa and St. Petersburg. Cigar City, the first book published by St. Petersburg Press, won the fiction gold medal in the 2019 Florida Book Awards. The book’s marketing was cut short by […]
Losing my connection, celebrating an anniversary, and other May Daze!
1. The day the internet stood still At breakfast on a recent Saturday, I sat in front of my three devices ready to dive into news, sports, and emails, when NOTHING HAPPENED. Across the table, my wife was staring into her laptop and glancing at her iPad and her iPhone. NOTHING! OUR WIFI WAS DOWN!! In […]
Napoleon (Dynamite!) and lots of other Spring items from Wilbornworld
1. A night of Napoleon Dynamite! Before he was cast as Pedro in a super low-budget 2004 film, Napoleon Dynamite, Efren Ramirez worked with my wife as part of the faculty at Beverly Hills Studios in Los Angeles. The “faculty” were a bunch of actors themselves, who paid their rent with a teaching gig, instead of […]
Six totally true totally biased, news items from Wilbornworld
1. My weekend with Tom and Dick Smothers I’m vague on the year, but as a young reporter, I was spending a late ‘80s or early ‘90s weekend covering the Colony Resort’s annual wine festival on Longboat Key near Sarasota when I met Tom and Dick Smothers and trouble ensued. The brothers were there promoting their […]
My top Five brain clogs as I come to grips with 2024
1. Maestro – Sorry haters – I loved it A) Carey Mulligan – Scary good. Clear a spot for the tall gold man.B) Sarah Silverman – Should get a supporting nomination.. C) Bradley Cooper – Disappeared in the role. Plus, he wrote it, directed it, and played the lead.D) I like movies about guys with large noses. Final […]
Four guaranteed coping hacks, two excerpts, a book tip, and Groucho
1. I’m having trouble coping with the news of wars, toxic politics, and the inevitable holiday season. You too? Here are a few hacks that might keep you as sane as me: a/ Become a Swiftie. Okay, I’m not going to a stadium show, but I love listening to her pandemic albums – Evermore and Folklore. They comfort […]
Florida Hustle: Unveiling the Best Humorous Audiobooks for Different Tastes
If you’re a fan of humorous stories that keep you enthralled, look no further; this blog post is your guide to the best humorous audiobooks. In this digital age, audiobooks offer a unique way to experience the magic of storytelling. Today, we’re diving headfirst into the realm of humor, exploring the best humorous audiobooks that […]
Top 10 Hilarious Audiobooks Guaranteed to Make You Laugh! [Updated 2024]
Have you ever found yourself seeking peace from the chaotic world around you? The best humorous audiobooks have the power to elevate your mood and provide you with a much-needed escape. As you delve deeper into the funny audiobooks, you will be transported to the world where laughter reigns supreme, and worries take a back seat. Witty escapades, […]