Author : Denis Johnson
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 21,18 MB
Release : 2009-02-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 031242874X
Jesus' Son is a visionary chronicle of dreamers, addicts, and lost souls. These stories tell of spiraling grief and transcendence, of rock bottom and redemption, of getting lost and found and lost again. The raw beauty and careening energy of Denis Johnson's prose has earned this book a place among the classics of twentieth-century American literature.
Author : David Leavitt
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 546 pages
File Size : 40,44 MB
Release : 2003-11-05
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1582343489
A definitive anthology of short fiction by the critically acclaimed author of The Lost Language of Cranes offers a complete collection of his stories, including works from Family Dancing, The Marble Quilt, and A Place I've Never Been. Original. 12,000 first printing.
Author : Joyce Carol Oates
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 788 pages
File Size : 29,27 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780195092622
This volume offers a survey of American short fiction in 59 tales that combine classic works with 'different, unexpected gems', which invite readers to explore a wealth of important pieces by women and minority writers. Authors include: Amy Tan, Alice Adams, David Leavitt and Tim O'Brien.
Author : Joan Silber
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 46,87 MB
Release : 2005-05-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0393070727
Shortlisted for the National Book Award: "Joan Silber writes with wisdom, humor, grace, and wry intelligence. Her characters bear welcome news of how we will survive."—Andrea Barrett Intense in subject yet restrained in tone, these stories are about longings—often held for years—and the ways in which sex and religion can become parallel forms of dedication and comfort. Though the stories stand alone, a minor element in one becomes major in the next. In "My Shape", a woman is taunted by her dance coach, who later suffers his own heartache. A Venetian poet of the 1500s, another storyteller, is introduced to a modern traveler reading Rilke. His story precedes a mesmerizing narrative of missionaries in China. In the final story, Giles, born to a priesthood family, leans toward Buddhism after a grievous loss, and in time falls in love with the dancer of the first story. So deft and subtle is Joan Silber with these various perspectives that we come full circle surprised and enchanted by her myriad worlds. National Book Award finalist. Reading group guide included.
Author : J. D. Salinger
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 46,21 MB
Release : 2019-08-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0316459984
The "original, first-rate, serious, and beautiful" short fiction (New York Times Book Review) that introduced J. D. Salinger to American readers in the years after World War II, including "A Perfect Day for Bananafish" and the first appearance of Salinger's fictional Glass family. Nine exceptional stories from one of the great literary voices of the twentieth century. Witty, urbane, and frequently affecting, Nine Stories sits alongside Salinger's very best work--a treasure that will passed down for many generations to come. The stories: A Perfect Day for Bananafish Uncle Wiggily in Connecticut Just Before the War with the Eskimos The Laughing Man Down at the Dinghy For Esmé--with Love and Squalor Pretty Mouth and Green My Eyes De Daumier-Smith's Blue Period Teddy
Author : Ronna Wineberg
Publisher :
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 38,48 MB
Release : 2014-09-16
Category : Immigrants
ISBN : 9780984764815
On Bittersweet Place is the powerful coming-of-age story of Lena Czernitski, a young Russian Jew whose family flees their homeland in the Ukraine after the October Revolution. The story unfolds in Chicago during the Jazz Age of the 1920 s, where Lena s impoverished family has settled and where she must traverse the early years of adolescence. Lena s new world is large and beautiful and full of promise, but it is also cold and unwelcoming and laden with danger. Ronna Wineberg delivers a moving, universal story of family, self-discovery, young love, and the always relevant experience of the immigrant, the refugee, the outsider struggling to create a new home and a better life in an unfamiliar place.
Author : Anna Kristina Nikitina
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 31,74 MB
Release : 2008-02
Category :
ISBN : 9780595438662
Just a Book is a delightful set of mystical, magical short stories that will capture your imagination as you are transported to exotic worlds far, far away. Be prepared for your heart to take flight as you follow the adventures of each memorable character in this unusual collection of seven remarkable tales. True romantics everywhere will discover just a tiny bit of themselves in normal, everyday Abigail, the heroine in the title story of Just a Book. Abigail longs to become a famous writer, yet her inspiration only comes during sleep, when a warrior hero and his priestess love play out their romance in Abigail's dreams. When a transcript of her dreams becomes a bestselling book, Abigail must learn the hard truth that success can never be cherished if the price is too steep. Each of the remaining stories in Just a Book, from "Embrace in Flames," the story of Nora the doomed sorceress, to "Beloved Enemy," the tale of Sir Sterdan, a dragon-slaying knight, are set against an unexpected concoction of both real-world and makebelieve locations. So much more than Just a Book, these seven short stories will delight readers with a host of unforgettable characters moving through an endless series of fascinating twists and turns of fate.
Author : Janet Beeler Shaw
Publisher : American Girl Publishing Incorporated
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,75 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Children's stories, American
ISBN : 9781593691196
Presents a collection of stories about the life and times of Kaya, a Nez Perce girl.
Author : M. V. Frankland
Publisher :
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 13,41 MB
Release : 2021-02-07
Category :
ISBN :
Do you want to make money writing short stories? This course will inspire and support you in writing 10 stories in a variety of genres. You will be supported every step of the way towards success as an writer, whilst deepening your skill and developing your craft from inspiration through to publication. This course is derived from the classroom and written by Maria Frankland, a time-served creative writing teacher with a Masters Degree in Creative Writing. She is the author of four domestic thrillers, two poetry collections and a memoir. Here's what the course contains: Flash FictionSupernatural FictionScience FictionWriting RomanceWriting for ChildrenCrime WritingWriting for Young AdultsFantasy FictionHistorical FictionWriting Comedy CharacterisationDialoguePaceTensionShow Don't TellInterweaving TextOvercoming ObstaclesYour Author PlatformPerforming your WorkGetting Published Here's what other writers say about 'Write a Collection of Short Stories in a Year:' "An outstanding and beautifully paced writing course." "I would never have been able to achieve what I have without this guidance. There were many things about the process of writing that I would never have thought of. " "An inspiring course. I honestly never thought I would be as motivated as I have been." This course can be taken in conjunction with its companion workbook. (Workbook available in paperback only.)
Author : Lucy Maud Montgomery
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 3542 pages
File Size : 33,52 MB
Release : 2023-12-06
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN :
L. M. Montgomery's 'Premium Collection' is a comprehensive anthology spanning across novels, short stories, poetry, and memoirs. Montgomery, renowned for her masterpiece 'Anne of Green Gables,' showcases her versatility and talent in this compilation. Her writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions, heartfelt emotions, and a deep connection to nature, which captivates readers of all ages. The collection offers a glimpse into the literary world of a prolific author whose works have stood the test of time. From the enchanting adventures of Anne Shirley to the poignant reflections in her memoirs, Montgomery's storytelling prowess is unparalleled. Lucy Maud Montgomery's life experiences, including her upbringing on Prince Edward Island and her struggles with mental health, greatly influenced the themes and characters in her works. The 'Premium Collection' serves as a testament to Montgomery's enduring legacy and her ability to resonate with audiences worldwide. Her keen observation of human nature and her optimistic outlook shine through in every piece, making her a beloved figure in Canadian literature. I highly recommend L. M. Montgomery's 'Premium Collection' to anyone seeking a literary journey filled with charm, nostalgia, and timeless wisdom. Whether you are a dedicated fan or a newcomer to Montgomery's writing, this anthology promises a delightful and fulfilling reading experience that will leave a lasting impression.
