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Meet T.D. Johnston
T.D. Johnston is a Pittsburgh-born author known for his award-winning short fiction and critically acclaimed thriller novels. He won the 2017 International Book Award for Best Short Fiction for his debut collection, Friday Afternoon and Other Stories. A passionate literary editor and former educator, Johnston founded Short Story America, a small press dedicated to high-quality contemporary short stories.
Praise for T.D. Johnston
Words that speak volumes about Johnston’s storytelling power, from short stories to gripping thrillers.
Reciprocity
"Johnston is a daring writer of supreme importance."
-Mathieu Cailler, author of Loss Angeles
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Friday Afternoon and Other Stories
"T.D. Johnston is clearly one of the modern masters of the short story."
-James Dodson, Editor of O. Henry Magazine
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Weeding for Eisenhower: Stories
"This remarkable collection cements T.D. Johnston’s status as one of America’s...
-Martin McCaw, two-time winner of the Global Short Story Prize
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T.D. Johnston on Short Story Today
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An Independent Press: Short Story America
Founded by T.D. Johnston in 2010, Short Story America is a respected literary press celebrating the art of contemporary short fiction. As editor and publisher, Johnston curates powerful stories from today’s top and emerging writers.