Just Jake

About the Book

Jake’s life is less than perfect. His father drinks, his mother is borderline insane, and his disabled brother, Kyle, can’t so much as feed himself or tie his own shoes. But when he suddenly falls simultaneously into love and tragedy, Jake’s life spirals into a chaos that he couldn’t even imagine, and only he can put the pieces back together. Jake narrates his tale with a voice that is equal parts bitter and innocent, tragic and witty, sarcastic and sweet, and his tale of love lost and love found, of confusion and identity, will resonate with all readers who have struggled with what it means to belong.

About the Author

Erik P. Block was born and raised in Ortonville, Minnesota, and his work is inspired by the landscapes, adventures, difficulties, and memories of small-town adolescence. He holds a BA in English/Mass Communication and an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University Moorhead and resides in the Fargo/Moorhead area, where he works as an educational administrator, literature instructor, and writing tutor.