We Had it Coming

Wed Nov 12 2025 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm UTC-05:00

40 Loisaida Ave | New York

OR Books
Publisher/HostOR Books
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Celebrate the launch of WE HAD IT COMING with the author Luke O'Neil
About this Event

That question runs through We Had It Coming, a collection of stories that pulse with both the familiar and the uncanny. O’Neil’s characters struggle to survive in a reality rife with violence, addiction, fascism, and the crushing weight of modern life. From the threat of mass shootings to the absurdity of predatory healthcare, his sharp observations of societal decay leave a lasting impact.

Yet even amid the chaos, O’Neil’s trademark wit cuts through, offering moments of unexpected levity. Jumping from CVS to the emergency room to a seaside Massachusetts town ravaged by the opioid crisis, and blending short stories, poetry, and micro-fiction, O’Neil’s stream-of-consciousness style and inventive syntax pull the reader into a mesmerizing rhythm.

Fans of his previous work will find a continuation of his unique voice, and new readers will be captivated by his unflinching portrayal of survival in a world gone awry.

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40 Loisaida Ave, 40 Loisaida Avenue, New York, United States

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