Author Talk & Book Signing with Bob Johnson

Join us at Fables Books for an evening with award-winning short story writer Bob Johnson, author of the blistering debut collection, The Continental Divide. This compelling series of 14 tales explores the darker edges of life along the St. Lawrence Divide in northern Indiana.

From a country woman’s impossible choice for her family’s survival to a former football star confronting his past in a brutal locker room ritual, Johnson’s stories illuminate lives caught in the undertow of violence, sin, and resilience.

Bob Johnson’s work has been published in The Common, Philadelphia Stories, Vol. 1 Brooklyn, and more. His story “The Continental Divide” was named Short Story of the Year by The Hudson Review. A graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Johnson now writes fiction full-time, drawing readers into the heart of the Midwest’s complexities.

In Conversation with Leonard Beechy
This special evening will feature Bob in conversation with Leonard Beechy, a retired teacher and beloved Goshen resident. Together, they’ll delve into the making of The Continental Divide, the challenges of balancing love for Indiana with the haunting stories within, and Johnson’s inspiring return to writing after decades away.

Praise for The Continental Divide:
“Riveting, chilling… these stories will startle, unsettle, and amaze you.”
—E.J. Levy, The Cape Doctor

“What Eudora Welty does for Mississippi, The Continental Divide does for Indiana. . . . These stories ripple with life.”
—Matthew Neill Null, Allegheny Front

Come for an unforgettable evening of storytelling, reflection, and insight into the Midwest’s hidden corners. Books will be available for purchase and signing during the event.

Reserve Your Spot Today! This is a free event, but seating is limited.