Discover the captivating anthology 'Ten Acceptable Acts of Arson' by Jack Remiel Cottrell, an innovative collection that redefines storytelling. This paperback edition, measuring 165 x 225 mm and consisting of 136 pages, showcases Cottrell's unique voice and literary prowess. From the whimsical to the profound, these stories traverse genres like sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and romance, presenting an eclectic mix that mirrors the peculiarities of life in the early 21st century. This collection is not just about fantastic tales; it delves into deeper themes such as friendship, love, family dynamics, health issues, and even the societal challenges posed by climate change and artificial intelligence. Each story, presented with cunning brevity, invites readers to explore the intricate nuances of human experience, from the supernatural echoes that haunt our lives to the humorous undertones that lighten our existence. Ideal for fans of literary realism and genre hybrids alike, 'Ten Acceptable Acts of Arson' combines elements of magic, myth, and modern struggles with a flare that makes the mundane miraculous. Published by Canterbury University Press on 01-08-2021, this brand new book is perfect for those who appreciate sharp wit and storytelling that speaks to contemporary issues. Get your copy today and embark on a journey through the vibrant, strange universe crafted by Cottrell. Fast and reliable delivery options available for immediate enjoyment.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 165 x 225 mm
Pages: 136
Bind: paperback
Author: Jack Remiel Cottrell Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 01-08-2021

There are many messages in this book: Never go drinking using your passport for ID. Make sure to apply lidocaine before ripping out your toenails. Magic might be real, but it never fixes the worst of your problems. Try to fall in love with bastards. You or someone you know may be gayer than previously thought. We’re not going to make it to Mars. A locked psychiatric ward needs more books than a single copy of Jane Eyre. Asking time travellers for advice on your exams is considered cheating. It’s not just human houses that become haunted. The key message is this: Life in the early 21st century is often very strange. So are these stories. With a crisp insouciance and gliding charm, Jack Cottrell’s fiery, fey, finely-tuned fictions leap from sci-fi to fantasy, comedy to horror, literary realism to romance, and to hybrids of all of these. Featuring sport, friendship, love, health, family, climate change, artificial intelligence, desire, magic, Greek gods, ghosts, peanut butter, cyber pranks, racial prejudice, and creepy medical advances, his stories play with the allure of the past, the disturbances of our own times, and the dangerous idealism of our future technologies – each one in fewer than 300 words. Jack is a writer and volunteer rugby referee who knows how to pack a lot into a small space, whether a story or an extremely organised sports bag. With ‘Ten Acceptable Acts of Arson’, has he worked out how to cram an entire universe into a poc