Syntheme as Poetic Form
The Syntheme as poetic form involves presenting two poems side-by-side such that the interaction between the poems creates a conversation. These conversations are called “synthemes” drawing from Fichte’s triad of thesis, antithesis, synthesis.[1] The pure syntheme presents a new original poem by one author positioned opposite an existing poem or text to which it is [...]
Violence Against Women in Fiction: Sunlight or Ostriches?
I was about ready to fire my publicist when she sent me a draft press release for Eye for Eye which stated that the book handled violence with “sensitivity.” Cringe… What kind of publicity is that? Since when does “sensitivity” sell thrillers? Then we chatted, and I understood what she meant. You see, there has apparently […]
Eye for Eye Prequel, the Series and more!
“Talion prequel out October 2019, Books 2 and 3 released Spring 2020” Hello everyone! So, after the marathon run-up to the launch of Eye for Eye, I took a well-earned vacation. A little bit of time in the islands to unwind, clear the mind, and begin to focus on what’s next for JK Franko. […]
A Little Surprise: Prequel to Eye for Eye
As many of you know, we had an incredible night launching Eye for Eye in the UK with a theatrical performance in Covent Garden just about a month ago. The play was entitled The Trial of Joe Harlan, and was literally a trial, in a courtroom. The trial (and the verdict) is a critical event […]
Book Two – Tooth for Tooth – FINISHED!
Greetings Friends, Fans, and Family! It’s been a very busy month – and April isn’t over yet. On April 6 we launched Eye for Eye in the UK, an amazing night in Covent Garden with a live performance of The Trial – an interactive play which is a prequel to the Talion Series. View highlight […]