Prison populations everywhere are growing, so why is the public’s conception narrowing? If prison is a world unto itself, isn’t it crowded with jokers and smart-asses too? You bet it is! Where Excuses Go to Die is John Espinosa Nelson’s testament to the humor and heart that exists behind bars. Set in a ludicrous place where excuses are everywhere — and worth nothing – this is one prison story that isn’t about rape, riots, and rotten food.