The new anthology of stories from two of Europe's leading independant fiction prizes, 22 Fictions, is published today. With work drawn from the past five years of both the Desperate Literature Short Fiction Prize and the Brick Lane Bookshop Short Story Prize, 22 Fictions celebrates the energy and diversity of short fiction writing today. The new … Continue reading 22 Fictions – out now!
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22 Fictions announced from CHEERIO Publishing
A new anthology of short fiction is set to be released in June this year, featuring stories from two of Europe’s leading writing prizes. With work drawn from the past five years of both the Desperate Literature Short Fiction Prize and the Brick Lane Bookshop Short Story Prize, 22 Fictions is described as “a celebration of … Continue reading 22 Fictions announced from CHEERIO Publishing
Story of forgotten god named Runner Up in Desperate Literature Prize 2023
N G F Clark's short story 'Damsons' has placed as Runner Up in the Desperate Literature Prize 2023. The story forms part of a shortlist of eleven stories, which are published in this year's prize anthology. 'Damsons' is a meditation on the transience of place, ritual, memory, and the seasons, which competition judge Mariana Enríquez … Continue reading Story of forgotten god named Runner Up in Desperate Literature Prize 2023
The Last Days of New Paris by China Mieville – Review
China Mieville's work often suffers from a jarring mash-up of highbrow worldbuilding and literary stylistics with unashamedly pulp-influenced plotting. To that end, New Paris is no different. The novella has a strong start, and the dual narrative adds welcome depth to the story whilst keeping a lively pace. The worldbuilding - always Mieville's forte - … Continue reading The Last Days of New Paris by China Mieville – Review
Monsters in Eden 