UB MFA Program: 8.5/10. Would I do it again? No—I’m exhausted. But should you? Absolutely.

A first-time Stephen King reader reflects on The Outsider with sarcasm, honesty, and a few regrets. From casually claiming him as a favorite author to finally diving into his work, this review explores pacing issues, character strengths, and whether King lived up to the hype.

Originally published in KAYTELL INK: THE ENCORE Welcome to The Storm, a piece of horror flash fiction that introduces the unsettling...