I’ve never encountered another writer who has inspired me more. Reading an Ellison story collection is a gut-punching, soul-shaking experience. This is the voice of truth screaming into the void, shining a light into the dark places of your soul and demanding you take a cold hard look. If you don’t want to be revealed, don’t read his stories.

I love the story below about Ellison challenging the guy who took a shot at him. That’s exactly how the guy writes.