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Mike Figliola is a novelist, poet, and television and radio producer. His debut novel, The Slow Midnight on Cypress Avenue, has drawn comparisons to the work of Henry Miller and Charles Bukowski for its gritty lyricism and vivid portrayal of New York life.

Having lived in New York City for more than three decades, Figliola has written hundreds of poems and performed his work at legendary venues including the Cornelia Street Café in Greenwich Village and as a featured poet with Brooklyn Poetry Outreach.

In addition to his literary work, Figliola has had a long career as a writer and reporter, bringing stories to audiences on both local and national platforms. His fiction and poetry are rooted in the people, neighborhoods, and the unmistakable
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Mike Figliola The late great poet and former poet laureate of NY Robert Creeley once told me “Onward!” This was after I read him one of my poems at some event in NY…moreThe late great poet and former poet laureate of NY Robert Creeley once told me “Onward!” This was after I read him one of my poems at some event in NYC. I asked after I had finished the poem if he thought I’d be published one day. That was almost 20 years ago.

There I was: just a kid green with everything and he took the time to reassure me that day with that one word: “Onward.” What a great notion to impose on a young writer. Keep going. Never stop. Robert Creeley. What a beautiful idea. What an amazing person. To this day I tell every writer I meet the same thing. I always credit Creeley. (less)
Mike Figliola The followup to The Slow Midnight on Cypress Avenue, of course.
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Hi all,

Been some time - but it's been that kind of year no?

Some housekeeping:

I remain hard at work on the follow to the Slow Midnight - getting there! I hope to have something more complete by end of February. Look for a fall release!

Audio book drop 02.16.21! So excited for this! Right now, you can hear a free sample clip at the link below. Would love to hear what you all think of it!

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