0James Franco's Book BagBroken TowerActor, artist and writer James Franco shares his six favorite books, from Faulkner to Bukowski. His debut short story collection, 'Palo Alto,' is out now.James FrancoUpdated Jul. 14, 2017 8:06PM EDT / Published Oct. 18, 2010 8:12AM EDT As I Lay Dying – William Faulkner Jesus’ Son – Denis Johnson The Nick Adams Stories – Ernest Hemingway The Bear – William Faulkner Golden State – Frank Bidart Ham on Rye – Charles Bukowski James Franco@jamesfrancotvGot a tip? Send it to The Daily Beast here.
As I Lay Dying – William Faulkner Jesus’ Son – Denis Johnson The Nick Adams Stories – Ernest Hemingway The Bear – William Faulkner Golden State – Frank Bidart Ham on Rye – Charles Bukowski