Contemporary short stories with humor, meaning and bite. In Sex Shop Rookie, a 50 year old woman ventures into the world of sex toys for the first time. In The Long Pig, a young missionary gets into serious trouble on a remote Pacific island in Micronesia where everything is done backwards. In A Going Concern (She Sells Seashells) A rude awakening for a seaside kiosk lady turns out to be the best thing that ever happened to her. In The Smile In The Garden With The Starfish an old photograph of a childhood friend triggers vivid memories. In The Doughnut Dome a new conservatory extension brings sudden, sexual tension to a quiet Sunday afternoon at home. In Made In China, the true meaning of an ancient magic casket’s contents are revealed. A modern fairy tale which reaches across distance and time.
These short reads are an intriguing mixture of fun contemporary short stories and more in-depth short reads with a serious message.
REVIEWS
“The writing has that quality which is to be found in good poetry of stirring the reader’s memories and emotions so that they get added in and increase its effect. I wonder if you can produce more work of this standard and charm – a volume perhaps rather in the manner of Laurie Lee. Outstanding.” Michael Legat, Editorial director, Corgi Books, short story comp judge – The Smile In The Garden With The Starfish
“Short stories that are entertaining, not too long and thought provoking.” US Amazon
“Literary fiction at its best. Stephanie Zia’s writing at its very best. Lyrical, confident and polished, and most unusual story lines. Really very good indeed.” UK Amazon
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