Sean Dietrich
Sean Dietrich
Sean Dietrich is a columnist and novelist known for his commentary on life in the American South. He has authored nine books and is the creator of the “Sean of the South” blog and podcast.
Sean of the South By Sean Dietrich: New in town
Day Four. We have been living in Birmingham for four days and I am lost. Hopelessly lost. Right now I am in interstate traffic and I have no idea where in the Lord’s name I am. Read more
Mar 1, 2023
Sean of the South By Sean Dietrich: For my Valentine
We were newlyweds, living in a grungy apartment. Read more
Feb 2, 2023
Sean of the South By Sean Dietrich: Telling stories
I am backstage, about to tell stories onstage. A man with a name tag and a clipboard announces, “Ten minutes to showtime.” Read more
Dec 31, 2022
Sean of the South By Sean Dietrich: Merry Christmas
It was just the two of us, seated at dinner. Alone on Christmas night. Dressed in our Sunday best. Candles on the dining table. Choral music playing. Read more
Nov 30, 2022
Sean of the South By Sean Dietrich: Grateful
My cousin’s daughter is making a list of things she’s grateful for. It’s a Thanksgiving-themed assignment for school. She asked for my help. And when a kid asks you for help, it makes you feel eleven feet tall. Read more
Oct 28, 2022
