Randy Ross
Randy Ross is a Boston-area writer and performer. His fiction, humor, and essays have appeared in The Drum, Black Heart Magazine, Side B Magazine, and Calliope, among others. He is the author of two novels: God Bless Cambodia (The Permanent Press/2017) and The Squid and the Spaceman (Epsilon Books/Oct. 2024). His one-man shows have been featured at more than 30 theater festivals around the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.
In 2007, Ross took a trip around the world and learned to say in three languages: "Speak English?" "Got Pepto-Bismol?" and "Send the evacuation helicopter." Two of his shows and the novel God Bless Cambodia were inspired by the trip.
Previously, Ross was an executive editor for PC World magazine. He is currently writing a third novel, and touring his show,Tales of a Reluctant World Traveler. As a member of Boston's Fort Point Arts Community, Ross has produced and hosted live events in Boston's Seaport.
Novel: God Bless Cambodia
A comedic novel offering an unflinching look at how men feel about sex, love, marriage, and massage parlors. For readers of Jonathan Tropper, Joshua Ferris, and Sam Lipsyte.
"Very entertaining" -- Booklist
"Consistently funny" -- The Jewish Post
"...this story of a flawed character’s midlife crisis becomes an easy one to relate to." -- Kirkus
One-Man Show: Tales of a Reluctant World Traveler
Sixteen weeks, four continents, three bungee jumps, and I couldn't come home soon enough. How a Boston homebody turned a solo trip around the globe into a comedy novel and an acclaimed one-man show. A one-hour, multimedia event featuring a travelogue, story-telling, and an off-kilter author talk.
"Laugh-out-loud funny" ★★★★
"Ross has a way with humor" "Absolutely hilarious"
Novel: The Squid and the Spaceman
A dysfunctional love story that explores the fluid nature of intimacy, independence, and bodily functions, while asking how much you can -- and should -- you change for the one you love?
"Snappy and obscene" Rating: Four out of Five
"Randy Ross's writing skill is top shelf. The Squid and the Spaceman features a strong protagonist, reminiscent of a Neil Simon play. Seriously entertaining!" -- William Burleson, Publisher, Flexible Press
New One-Man Show: How Much Can You Change for Someone You Love
In this multimedia performance, veteran storyteller and comedian Randy Ross presents the wonders and woes of modern romance.
The show, inspired by Ross’ new novel The Squid and the Spaceman, explores the fluid nature of intimacy, independence, and bodily functions, while offering a unique take on both psychotherapy and committed relationships -- they’re not for everyone and that’s OK. The show includes words of wisdom from the Surgeon General, Arthur Schopenhauer, and, of course, Taylor Swift.
A must-see for lovers, haters, loners, and high-functioning neurotics.
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