The Evolution of Breaking the Rules: Transgressive Fiction, Metamodernism, and New Voices
An exploration of “Post Transgressive Fiction,” tracing how the genre changed after 9/11 from pure shock and nihilism to a metamodern blend of brutality, sincerity, and fragile optimism. With Chuck Palahniuk’s comments, recent films, and indie presses, the piece maps a new direction for TF.
