Donald Harington

About the Author

Donald Harington, a master storyteller of the American South, was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1935 and spent much of his life immersed in the Ozark Mountains, the setting for his richly imagined fictional world of Stay More. A graduate of the University of Arkansas and a former professor of art history, Harington brought a painterly eye to his prose, crafting intricate narratives that blend humor, folklore, and poignant human drama. His debut novel, The Cockroaches of Stay More, introduced readers to this quirky universe where even the smallest creatures take center stage in tales of love, loss, and community. Over his career, Harington authored more than a dozen books, earning acclaim for his vivid characterizations and lyrical depictions of rural life, though he remained a beloved cult figure rather than a mainstream sensation. Harington passed away in 2009, leaving behind a legacy of whimsical yet profound explorations of the human condition.