Jim Kelly

Jim Kelly is a writer of science fiction, fantasy, mainstream fiction, essays, poetry and plays. He has published more than fifty stories and five books, many with New Hampshire settings. Jim's most recent book is the collection Think Like a Dinosaur and Other Stories. His fiction has been reprinted in many "Best Science Fiction of the Year" anthologies and has been translated into 14 languages. His plays have been produced Off- Broadway, on the internet and for National Public Radio. He writes a regular column on the internet for Asimov's Science Fiction Magazine. Jim has entertained audiences with readings throughout the U.S.; his in-state appearances include First Nights in Concord and Portsmouth and the Prescott Park Arts Festival. He has taught writing at the University of New Hampshire, the State University of New York, and Michigan State University.

Specialty:

• science fiction writer

Programs Offered:

• performances
• lecture-demonstrations
• workshops
• master classes

Populations Served:

• grades 3 - college
• adults
• senior citizens
• people with disabilities
• hospitalized

Availability:

• commuting residencies, up to 90 minutes from Nottingham; for overnight residencies, anywhere in NH
• year round