A Conversation With Rob Franklin

I sat down with Rob Franklin to talk about the writing process, side hustles, MFA programs, Anna Nicole Smith, and his debut novel GREAT BLACK HOPE.

Rob Franklin and I met on a surprisingly sunny day at Spicy Village, one of his favorite spots in Chinatown. He came dressed in breezy, all-white linen pants and shirt. I was running late, moving as quickly as I could from the port authority bus terminal. Rob was gracious and kind. I was thrilled to meet with a debut novelist who could provide insight i…