Tag Archives: short stories
Book review: ‘A Vacation On The Island of Ex-Boyfriends’ by Stacy Bierlein
Ever fantasize about seeing a lover again? In these scenarios you’re likely dressed to kill, looking as gorgeous and slim as you ever have; your hair is perfectly arranged, smile dazzling. The ex-boyfriend catches you mid-laugh as you hang on … Continue reading →
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Tagged as book reviews, books, break-ups, literary fiction, love, short stories, women's fiction
Book review: ‘You Know When The Men Are Gone’ by Siobhan Fallon
In this collection of short stories, Siobhan Fallon — herself a military wife — provides poignant vignettes of life as both a service member on the frontlines of the war in Iraq and the families waiting for their safe return. … Continue reading →
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Did Jane Austen make her do it? Chatting with editor Laurel Ann Nattress
It’s finally time! After a month of time spent in the wild, Jane Austen Made Me Do It – and talented editor Laurel Ann Nattress — are stopping by write meg! today. I’m pleased to welcome Laurel Ann and thank … Continue reading →
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Tagged as anthologies, books, editor, giveaway, Jane Austen, Jane Austen Made Me Do It, Laurel Ann Nattress, Pride And Prejudice, Q&A, short stories
Book review: ‘Forgetting English’ by Midge Raymond
In a collection of short stories shuffling between many narrators, places and time periods, Midge Raymond’s Forgetting English offers readers vignettes with a common theme: every story involves a stranger in a strange land. Some are suffering identity crises. Others … Continue reading →
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