Category: Dispatches

Pssst…

Welcome to my uncontrolled science project, bookofirving82431.com! This platform exists as a means for me to present my creative writing, represent inmate concerns and direct requests for legal assistance to materials supporting my claims. All of which together equal a personal plea for human interaction. For whatever reason you’ve arrived, I hope you enjoy this … Continue reading “Pssst…”

The Meaning of Life: The Case for Abolishing Life Sentences

11-05-19 Dear Marc Major and Ashley Nellis, I have been gifted a copy of your book, The Meaning of Life: The Case for Abolishing Life Sentences, from the Durland Alternatives Library and their Prisoner Express program. This is a response to your request for reactions to the book. I hope my feedback can be of … Continue reading “The Meaning of Life: The Case for Abolishing Life Sentences”

(Well, sh#t…)

11-02-19 Dear Reader, It occurred to me while writing an upcoming dispatch that if I want to maintain this site’s authenticity, I have to provide some context for my prison activities that may otherwise be distorted when viewed strictly through public records. Recently, at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution that I was moved to following … Continue reading “(Well, sh#t…)”

IDOC Now Hiring: Alchemist Wizards Wanted

9-27-19 Dear Chad Page (Chief of Prisons): Morning reflections, pen in hand: I thought I’d drop you a line. We are in receipt of your memo at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution — the one about the brewing. All have agreed: the alcohol situation is out of control. We were moved that you would acknowledge … Continue reading “IDOC Now Hiring: Alchemist Wizards Wanted”

Re: GEO Group’s Warden Barry and His Not-So-Secret Shenanigans

8-31-19 Dear Chad Page (Chief of Idaho Prisons): Jack Fraser mentioned he spoke with you about a disciplinary issue and subsequent transfer from the Eagle Pass Correctional Facility — regarding me personally — in a memo dated 8-27-19, which carbon-copied you as a recipient. I understand the Idaho Department of Correction’s new position on why … Continue reading “Re: GEO Group’s Warden Barry and His Not-So-Secret Shenanigans”

Friends at Lucy Parsons Bookstore (Prison Book Program)

Prison Book Program c/o Lucy Parsons Bookstore 1306 Hancock Street, Suite 110 Quincy, MA 02169 prisonbookprogram.org 9-10-19 Dear Lucy Parsons Bookstore, A copy of The Jailhouse Lawyer’s Handbook was delivered to me late last night. Opening it up and seeing it came from you, I’m reminded of Christmas. My ability to read, write and organize … Continue reading “Friends at Lucy Parsons Bookstore (Prison Book Program)”

Regarding Disciplinary

(Included as a cover letter:) 6-12-19 Dear Mailroom, Under the Idaho Public Records Act, Disclosure of Idaho Department of Corrections Records Under the Idaho Public Records Act, IDOC Public Records User Manual v3.0, section 2 (Types of Records) – you must allow this communication to proceed to its intended recipient so that it can be … Continue reading “Regarding Disciplinary”

Messaging Elon

5/05/19 Dear The Musk Foundation, The word-missiles I launch are manufactured for $.55 each. A majority of the cost is for the delivery mechanism, USPS. My current targets are private prison operatives and the reasons they exist. The missiles are crafted to direct influencers to a recent private prison experience I compiled using materials that … Continue reading “Messaging Elon”

Ol’ Boy Networking

7/5/19 Dear Governor Little, I have taken the time to copy this memo from the Idaho Department of Correction’s Mr. Jack Fraser that concedes Contract Monitor Monte Hansen did, indeed, single me out for reclassification. More concerning than staff retaliation on inmates is the Department’s failure to recognize it is now operating under the authority … Continue reading “Ol’ Boy Networking”

Dear Idaho,

A preface is necessary. I am a bad person. An arsonist. I have terrorized innocent people. Prisons were built for people like me. I deserve every minute of my sentence. I’m not seeking sympathy or lenient considerations. I would simply like to suggest taxpayers recognize the dichotomy I wish to bring to your attention. In … Continue reading “Dear Idaho,”