Coming Soon:
A River Still Runs
In his third book, A River Still Runs, Fran Coughlin uses finely observed details about character, setting, and memory to conjure a place and an atmosphere, weaving them into a series of immersive stories.
This memoir is presented as a series of vignettes—some hilarious, others textured and moving—that chronicle the goodness and complexities of everyday life, and acknowledge the challenges of dealing with aging and death.
Whether you're looking for a nostalgic read, a tribute to home, or a quiet reminder of how the past still lives within us, A River Still Runs will move you, make you smile, and stay with you long after the last page.
Due out in November, 2025
Meet Fran
Fran Coughlin grew up on the corner of Liberty Street and South Loring in Lowell, Massachusetts — a place that would shape much of his storytelling for years to come. A proud graduate of Lowell High School and the University of Lowell, Fran later earned his master’s degree in technical writing from Northeastern University in Boston, where he also spent time as an adjunct instructor.
The Books
On the Corner of Liberty and South Lawrence
Tales from a Refrigerator Box
A River Still Runs
(coming soon)
Contact Fran Coughlin
francoughlinwriter@gmail.com