Author Spotlight - Marc Nash

Description:
It's hard to have a synopsis of 52 different stories, but I thought I'd list some of the subject matter of the stories: Cyborg Programming, Bingo Callers, Kebab Shops, Prison Regimes, Lego Brick Building, Messy Divorces, Hangovers, Honest Politicians, Badge Collectors, Interrogations, Wrinkles, Talent Shows, Knife Throwers, Shamans, Shoes, Identity Theft Victims, Tarantulas, Apple Trees, Hit Men and Women, Theme Restaurants, Actresses, Bloggers, Charity Auctions, Child Therapy, Urban Wastegrounds, Child Soldiers, ECT, Crazy Golf, Greek Myths, Bouncers, Poisoned Confectionary, Court Jesters, Celebrity Lookalikes, Gangs, Indian Temple Dancers, Vultures...

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Reviews:
I can’t think of another novel I’ve read that had so many beautiful words that evoked such expressive imagery outside of a Pat Conroy novel. But this was no ordinary “novel”… “52 FF” by Marc Nash is a collection of 52 stories that are 1000 words or less. In his prologue, he explains his background of this particular brand of storytelling and what inspired/motivated him, then says how we could read 1 story a week for a year. Well, I highly doubt anyone will be able to exercise that sort of restraint! I confess I read the entire thing in one sitting! It is obvious the author is incredibly skilled, and I was eager to see what each new story would bring. I loved each and every one of them, and thought they each had their own unique “flavor” or “message” – some easier to see than others, but all supremely interesting and engaging. Fans of the literary and surreal with an edgy twist will love this book!
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They say good things come in small packages and that is definitely the case with the stories in “52FF”! I liked how this book was in “bite-sized chunks”, and found it easier to read than many full-length novels, but just as rewarding. The stories were deceptively complex, multi-layered, and thought-provoking. Some were funny, some dark and twisted, others cynical…but all were supremely intelligent and cause you to think on a deeper level. I have to mention that I was not a big fan of the chunky formatting and wish it would have had the proper spacing and intents. But it was still a great read. I think my favorite one was ‘Bowing Out”, but there were so many good ones it’s hard to choose. A great read for lovers of original literary fiction, and I would recommend it without hesitation.
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This is my first time in reading a collection of Flash fiction, and I will say that I am definitely hooked! I love how each story was condensed into small vignettes that I could read and easily finish in short amount of time, even on my coffee break at work. I found the author’s writing style to be nothing short of genius, and I think I even discovered some new words to add to my “favorite words collection” (yes, I actually have one). Despite the short length (flash fiction is defined as being 1000 words or less…) I was blown away by how much “story” the author managed to convey in such few words. Each tale was just as interesting as the last, each with its one unique twist, and all very well- written.
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