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About the Author
Sam Derksen is an emerging Canadian author with a love for people and the power of stories. His extensive work with children with developmental disabilities has been a catalyst for compassion and understanding that he brings to life within his pages. Sam is currently working on his debut novel.
Stories and Publications
Below are two stories, both of which ranked highly in NYC Midnight's fiction competitions.
100-word microfiction
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Action: Hanging up a coat
Word: Seam
1000-word short story
Genre: Fairy Tale
Setting: Undiscovered island
Object: Butter
Forthcoming Publication:
"Less than Ideal" in the Alternating Current Press collection, "Maintain the North: An Epic Mountie Adventure Anthology"
Contact the Author
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