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October 30, 2014
keepcalmandnovelon:
Short & Happy (or Not)
An International...
Short & Happy (or Not)
An International Anthology of Stories
Edited by Richard Bunning and Dixiane Hallaj
Summary:
SHORT & HAPPY (or Not) brings together authors from English speaking countries around the globe and a sprinkling of ex-pats who enjoy life in non-English speaking countries as well. Their stories cover just as wide a spectrum of subjects. Humor (or humour), light romance, science fiction, fantasy, memoir, satire, reflection, exotic locales … it’s all here in bite-sized pieces.
Review:
*I received a copy of the anthology of the ARC from one of the author’s in exchange for an honest review.*
Short and Happy (or Not) is an eclectic collection of short stories. The authors featured in the anthology have mastered the art form of the short story.
I have chosen to highlight three stories in order of appearance.
Sherri Fulmer Moorer’s November instantly pulls the reader into Tamara’s world. One love lost and another found most unexpectedly. November doesn’t have to be dreary.
Wendy Wong’s The View from 31/2 Feet is delightful. It is also has a powerful message. The seasoned teacher Ms Benjefield has seen many changes in education. How wonderful that she is so open to change. She is forever a life-long learner.
The third short story is by P. M. Pevato who provided me with the ARC. The First Coven is a truly original folk tale. As a fan of paranormal fiction, the well developed characters and story draws the reader into Aradia’s magical world. I would like to know what happens to the three witches and their brother. It is refreshing to read a new twist on classic genre.
In my opinion, this anthology would be a great teaching tool for a creative writing programme including by not limited to high school or post secondary. The collection covers a spectrum of genres. The stories lend themselves to be read aloud in a classroom and would make an excellent book club selection.
I highly recommend this anthology and give it five stars. Congratulations to the editors for compiling this international collection of creative short stories.
October 29, 2014
inkwellmanagement:
In honor of NaNoWriMo, we are giving away a...
In honor of NaNoWriMo, we are giving away a full manuscript review from one of our agents! If you are strong enough, brave enough, you can enter your name into the Goblet of Fire, I mean… Inkwell Management Contest. This is not for faint of heart. But should you have a manuscript worth the fight, step forward.
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May the force be with you and the odds ever in your favor.
So excited *crosses fingers*
