Piker Press — Weekly Journal of Arts and Literature
April 27, 2026

I Am Truly All Heart

"...do you think using drugs would improve my writing?"

I Am Truly All Heart

A younger writer asked me:

"Dude, do you think using drugs would improve my writing?"

"Well to improve it, your work would have to be worth reading in the first place."

I quickly replied.

The kid just looked at me like I was a complete asshole.
But as long as he left me to my drink, was all that truly mattered to me.

No, I do not believe drugs can improve anyone's writing.
But after that "said person's" last submission.

I do believe I will have to start drinking more just to keep a straight face in my replies to young hopefuls.

Sorry junior, it's a no from me.

Nurse, refill please.






Article © John Patrick Robbins. All rights reserved.
Published in the October 12, 2020 issue .
Image(s) are public domain.
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