Relive the Bizarre: Find Chuck Palahniuk in Denver

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Best known for his novel-turned-movie “Fight Club,” every story by Chuck Palahniuk has its own bizarre themes and characters. Having avidly read every one of his books I’ve been able to find, there are certain places around Denver that remind me strongly of events in his tales, sometimes horrifying, sometimes amusing, always completely unique.

Fancy Hotel Restaurant

The food is excellent, the waiters courteous. “Still,” you wonder, “what goes on behind those kitchen doors?”
Special seasonings anyone?

Palace Arms Restaurant

321 17th St, Denver, CO 80202

No, the standards are exceptionally high here, you should be safe. Really.

For menu and hours: Palace Arms at Brown Palace

No, the standards are exceptionally high here, you should be safe. Really.

For menu and hours: Palace Arms at Brown Palace

Living History

Any time someone is dressed in costumes centuries out of date, it’s a little hard to remember that at the end of the day they go home too. And seriously, they don’t like middle school kids messing with them.

Four Mile Historic Park

715 S Forest St, Denver, CO 80246

They’re people too at Four Mile Historic Park .

They’re people too at Four Mile Historic Park .

Swimming Pool

If you haven’t read the story, I’m not going to tell you why this is important. You need a strong stomach to get through this one… read the story by Saint Gut-Free. Rumor has it that this story actually caused many people to pass out during readings by the author while he was on tour. Suffice it to say I’m still a little squeamish about getting anywhere near water-cycling swimming pools.

Water World

1800 W 89th Ave, Denver, CO 80260

Even at Water World , keep away from the bottom of the pool.

Even at Water World , keep away from the bottom of the pool.

Hot Springs

Nothing’s better than a nice dip in the hot springs when the ground is stiff with ice and snow. As long as the water isn’t too hot. The Baroness Frostbite probably wouldn’t go anywhere near one, not any more.

Relax and keep your skin on at Glenwood Hot Springs Pool .

Relax and keep your skin on at Glenwood Hot Springs Pool .

Snuff

Released May 20, 2008, Snuff is Chuck’s newest book. It’s on the to-read list.

 

Invisible Monsters

Talent Agencies

Good looks? Great body? Need to prove yourself amongst your peers?

Donna Baldwin Talent Inc

2237 W 30th Ave, Denver, CO 80211

You too can aspire to a failed modeling career with Donna Baldwin Talent .

You too can aspire to a failed modeling career with Donna Baldwin Talent .

Cosmetic Surgery

For taking care of all those pesky physical imperfections, or repairing the damage from where your jaw got removed by a shotgun and carried away by birds.

Buford Gregory MD

125 Inverness Dr E, Englewood, CO 80112

Body by Buford – he’ll nip you right into shape.

Body by Buford – he’ll nip you right into shape.

Rant: An Oral Biography of Buster Casey

Salvaged Cars

For those who can only go out at night and want to take part in that strangest of all games, Party Crashing, you’ll need a car. Since it’s going to get totaled anyways (hey, that’s the point, right?!) it’s worth getting one cheap. Remember the car ornamentation you need for the night’s game and, really, don’t get bitten.

Get your own junker to ride – cheap at Klode .

Get your own junker to ride – cheap at Klode .

Spa & Gym

Nothing is more important in the world of televangelism than appearance. Look your best for your upcoming book release, Superbowl show or attempt to crash a plane into the ocean.

Pura Vida Fitness & Spa

158 Fillmore St Bsmt, Denver, CO 80206

Last of your suicide cult? Get prepared for fame at Pura Vida with a few miles on the treadmill and a body wrap.

Last of your suicide cult? Get prepared for fame at Pura Vida with a few miles on the treadmill and a body wrap.

Used Children’s Books

If the book is old, tattered and contains lullabies… you might want to try them out on an enemy before reading them to your child. Never know what might happen, aka death.

Denver Book Mall

32 Broadway, Denver, CO 80203

Beware of lullabies.

Beware of lullabies.

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