Patrick Irving

First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter, Feb. 2020

Previous: First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter, Jan. 2020 WELCOME to the February issue of First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter that addresses Idaho Corrections concerns. Brought to you by The Captive Perspective and made available by bookofirving82431.com. This publication provides an insider’s look at issues affecting our Idaho Department of Correction’s community. If you … Continue reading “First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter, Feb. 2020”

The Book of Irving Oddcast, No. 1

January 24, 2020 Our guest today is known online for the Book of Irving 82431, and in real life for his felonious expression of psychosis. We’ve asked him to discuss an upcoming use for integrated technology, and its unique potential to implement the future. He imagines a world where humans can be persuaded by Artificial … Continue reading “The Book of Irving Oddcast, No. 1”

Friends At The Prison Library Project

The Prison Library Project 915-C W. Foothill Blvd., PMB 128 Claremont, CA 91711-3356 1-20-20 Dear PLP: The English/Spanish Dictionary of Health Related Terms was useful for understanding the concerns of others during my project. And I also pulled from it while writing The Congener Interludes, Op.1: Sonatina of Intrigue, No. 2. So thank you! You’re … Continue reading “Friends At The Prison Library Project”

Censorship Schmensorship

IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION Inmate Concern Form Inmate: Irving 82431 Date: 1-21-20 To: Chief of Prisons Chad Page Cc: Mike — Keefe As you may or may not know, I’ve been doing communication with Idaho’s press and legislature, lately. But exercising my civic responsibilities the way that I do, well, that requires you to stop … Continue reading “Censorship Schmensorship”

#BlackfootChallenge

1-18-20 Dear State Hospital South, It’s been a little over five years since I’ve cycled through your facility. Only thirty-four more and I shed the amalgam I wore when we met. Lately I’ve enjoyed writing people letters: Authors, advocates, legislators, the occasional stranger that wants to say hi. While I’m in a much better state … Continue reading “#BlackfootChallenge”

The Congener Interludes, Op.1: Sonatina of Intrigue, No. 5

Previous: The Congener Interludes, Op.1: Sonatina of Intrigue, No. 4 “Marvin Gaye” — Charlie Puth, Meghan Trainor He’s as original now as the first of his kind — spaghetti-stained shirt, juice box in his pocket, the note from his mom, pinned to his coat: Special needs, please speak slowly — his disgust towards himself only … Continue reading “The Congener Interludes, Op.1: Sonatina of Intrigue, No. 5”

Friends at Poets & Writers

Poets & Writers 90 Broad Street, Suite 2100 New York, NY 10004 PW.org 1-11-20 Dear Poets & Writers, I can’t be certain if I’ve said thanks already, so we risk the potential for redundance in letters. You gifted me a copy of Nov/Dec, which exposed me to network of active Creatives. I wrote everyone whose … Continue reading “Friends at Poets & Writers”

Friends at News Inside

Mr. Lawrence Bartley News Inside c/o The Marshall Project 156 West 56th Street, Suite 701 New York, NY 10019 themarshallproject.org 1-11-20 Dear Mr. Bartley, Eli Hager’s article in Issue 2 of News Inside, about assuming civic responsibilities, inspired me. I’ve requested you view my materials, previously, but this one I think you’ll really enjoy. Please … Continue reading “Friends at News Inside”

How To Get Evicted From Prison, No. 4

Previous: How To Get Evicted From Prison, No. 3 Irving 82431 “People Are Strange” — The Doors Karnes County Correctional Center, we have arrived. And some of us are noticing the cultural divide. Because I’ve previously benefited from the racial dynamics existing throughout the majority’s ‘Merica, it doesn’t bother me to say, “Okay, fair enough.” It’s … Continue reading “How To Get Evicted From Prison, No. 4”

First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter, Jan. 2020

Previous: First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter, Dec. 2020 WELCOME to the January issue of First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter that addresses Idaho Corrections concerns. Brought to you by The Captive Perspective and presented in alliance with the Book of Irving Project. Available at bookofirving82431.com — for your rightfully disgruntled loved one’s reference! This … Continue reading “First Amend This!: An IDOC Newsletter, Jan. 2020”