Words from Vandel

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An odd array of poems, stories, essays, and other verbal peculiarities penned by Tom Vandel.

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About Tom Vandel

Tom Vandel is author of a thriller novel, book of short stories, and collection of poems. The latter two were High Plains Book Awards finalists (2022, 2023). His writing has also appeared in Montana Quarterly, Bel Esprit, and Design Observer.

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