On the first page of Claire Oshetsky’s new novel, “Poor Deer,” a 16-year-old girl named Margaret sits at a motel desk. She’s decided to write her “confession” — the true account of what happened to ...

SANTA CRUZ — Although childhood is often considered the most innocent time in a person’s life, not all memories are rosy. Many have moments they would like to forget, but they always linger in the ...

Claire Oshetsky's *Poor Deer* explores grief, guilt, and truth—winner of the Kafka Prize. Author Claire Oshetsky joins us to discuss *Poor Deer*, her inventive novel about grief, guilt, and coming of ...