J.D. Salinger
J.D. Salinger is the brilliant author of The Catcher In The Rye, Franny and Zooey, Nine Stories, and Raise High The Roofbeam, Carpenters. Salinger is Cam's favorite author, and the one who has had the most influence on his writing style, as well as his life in general.
David Sedaris
David Sedaris is an American author and master of essay and memoir. His published works include Naked, Dress Your Family In Corduroy and Denim, Me Talk Pretty One Day, and When You Are Engulfed In Flames. Sedaris makes frequent appearances on Chicago Public Radio's This American Life. For Cam, Sedaris is the Golden Mean of creative nonfiction.
Sylvia Plath
Sylvia Plath was the visionary author of The Bell Jar. She was also an accomplished poet, authoring such poems as Daddy and Metaphors. Plath ushered Cam into the world of detail, where writing isn't watered down to coddle the reader. Metaphors redeemed the world of poetry for Cam and encouraged him not to give up on that form of writing.
Billy Collins
Billy Collins served as U.S. Poet Laureate from 2001 to 2003. He is the author of such famous poems as Forgetfulness and Litany. His skillful wit, writing style, and humor set an impossibly high example that Cam attempts to follow.
Charles Dickens
Charles Dickens is the author of Great Expectations, David Copperfield, and Bleak House. His skill for creating strong and bold characters is incredibly remarkable, and one Cam tries to emulate.
Marcus Zusak
Marcus Zusak is the author of The Book Thief, which is quite possibly Cam's all-time favorite book. Zusak's skill for interweaving plotlines and vivid characters make his writing extremely captivating.
Kate Chopin
Kate Chopin is an American feminist author of such books and short stories as The Story of an Hour, and The Awakening. Her writings are deep and introspective and yet another great example Cam tries to follow.
Dennis Busch
Dennis Busch is the paragon of humor and intelligence. He is a dynamic individual with diverse talents and hobbies. An accomplished writer, social activist, and licensed minister, Dennis Busch has something unique to offer everyone.
