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Published: March 09, 2012
Words: 6,766 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9780987917041
Short description
Ninety-six short-short stories, each exactly 55 words, by Doug Long. 24 illustrations by David Botten. Perfect for reading while commuting or multi-tasking. Also known as short fiction, nano-fiction, flash fiction or micro-fiction, these hyper-short "Shorties" cover the gamut of genres: romance, mystery, thriller, adventure, humor, horror, suspense, crime, fantasy, sci-fi, inspirational and more.Extended description
An entertaining collection of 96 short-short stories, each one exactly 55 words, by accomplished author and songwriter Doug Long. Twenty-four illustrations by David Botten. Perfect for reading between bus stops or while multi-tasking. Also known as short fiction, nano-fiction, flash fiction, micro-fiction or commuter fiction, these hyper-short "Shorties by Long" cover the gamut of fiction genres: romance, mystery, thriller, adventure, humor, horror, suspense, crime, fantasy, sci-fi, inspirational, and more. Bonus content: a link to Doug's songs, for playing and downloading for free, along with the lyrics and chords. Also included: a link to the signed, limited, collector's edition of "Selected Shorties from The Fool Who Invented Kissing."Tags
short fiction, short short stories, micro fiction, nanofiction, canadian author, shorties, nano fiction, 55 word stories, 55 word fiction, commuter fiction, author doug long, short short stories by single author, shorties by longAvailable ebook reading formats
Single purchase gains access to all formats. How to download ebooks to e-reading devices and apps.| Format | Full Book | Sample First 30% |
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Review by:
William Wayne Dicksion
on April 15, 2012 :
The title is catchy. It takes Doug Long to write about this subject, kissing, what we have always taken for granted! The short stories are really cute! And the art work is great -- very funny. I took advantage of the coupon offer; suggest you do the same and enjoy his wit and humour, as Carol mentions below.
(reviewed the day of purchase)
Review by:
carol matas
on April 12, 2012 :
What a great book - for people who want a fun read, people who love wit and humour, or even people who are too busy or overwhelmed to delve into a novel but still need to read! You may find it inspires you to try to write one yourself!
(reviewed the day of purchase)
Review by:
Syd Mostow
on April 10, 2012 :
Kept me very amused in this clever 55 word format of fast sketches and quick witticisms. Light and flavourful for mental breaks -- very recommended.
(reviewed the day of purchase)
Review by:
Per Brask
on April 09, 2012 :
"The Fool Who Invented Kissing" is a blast. The many permutations and combinations of 55 word stories kept me amused and counting. I could imagine this book not only as the basis for writing exercises in schools but also for party games. For example, people could work together in groups or individually and the best story would win. Doug Long's book will stimulate your imagination and is a delightfully fun read.
(reviewed the day of purchase)