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Book SynopsisFrom flash fiction to mini-novelette, Fairlight presents twenty-four of its best short stories from some of the world's most talented new and emerging English language writers. Chosen from work sent to Fairlight over several years by writers around the globe, this anthology celebrates the art of the short story form: a vehicle with the power to delight, entertain or instantly transport the reader to another state, another world, another emotion. Twenty-four stories by twenty-four writers, including various award-winning short story authors, and Women's Prize-longlisted author Sophie van Llewyn.
Trade Review'We at Fairlight have continually posted short stories online, every week, in support of our ethos, to promote the work of new and emerging writers. This has enabled us to build a network of authors, whose talent we have proudly advocated. We are so excited to share this array of their excellent work in a physical publication and to expand their readership.' - Louise Boland, CEO Fairlight Books; 'A pleasingly dizzying experience, leaping from one beautifully depicted life to another' —Lynda Clark, author of 'Beyond Kidding'; 'An intriguing collection, with fantastic range and depth' —Beth Underdown, author of 'The Witchfinder’s Sister'; 'This gem of an anthology has all the oddness, unsettling incidents, and questing souls that make good fiction so compelling' —'Nuala O’Connor, author of 'Joyride to Jupiter'; 'Vivid and diverse, this is an admirable and highly enjoyable collection of new voices' —J.S. Barnes author of 'Dracula's Child'
