Published: Feb. 11, 2010
Words: 60,959 (approximate)
Language: English

Description

These stand-out stories from the 2009 Bristol Short Story Prize demonstrate the infinite possibilities short fiction offers in a vibrant collection full of fresh styles and unique voices. From modern-day Manhattan to Second World War Swansea; from South Africa to South Carolina; these previously unpublished tales introduce an international line-up of irresistible storytellers.

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short stories, anthologies, 2009 bristol short story prize, short story anthologies

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Review by: Callan Gordon on May 21, 2010 :
Overall this was a pretty decent, varied collection of short stories. A couple of gems in there, with a minimum of the dull, "moment in time" tales that seem to be so popular at the moment. All in all a worthwhile purchase.
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

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