With Clarice Lispector now widely acknowledged as one of the great writers of the twentieth century, her work is more popular than ever before, earning a global reputation for its honesty, oddity, and empathy, as well as its linguistic versatility and philosophical depth. Yet much of her art remains an enigma, shrouded in ambiguity and difficulty.In Never Never Yes Yes: The Novels, Stories and Crônicas of Clarice Lispector, David Vernon unlocks these mysteries, probing how...

Trent was shorter than she had envisaged but he was fit looking with sun-bleached hair and a neatly trimmed beard. He was in bare feet and wearing a short white robe. He made some small talk – did she have any trouble finding the place, was she having a good day? That sort of thing. Then it was down to business.— From "M'deira M'dear?" by Stephen KnoxBold as day, she strips off in front of me. Her nipples are overly large and dark against her pale skin. From the corner of my...

This book explains how Christians, or persons making inquiry into redemptive Christianity, can make a very powerful and unfailing connection to Jesus Christ, the son of God, according to Romans 12:1-2: unconditional surrender to God, learning to achieve scriptural and spiritual warfare for healing against great pain of PTSD, and freedom from all addictions that hold our lives in misery. I have thirty-two years' experience in learning and implementing this process. Dwell upon these scriptur...

In a world that often feels chaotic and devoid of inherent meaning, Optimistic Absurdism emerges as a beacon of hope and introspection. With a blend of philosophical inquiry and prose, this thought-provoking work invites readers to explore the richness of life's absurdity while uncovering the unexpected joy that can arise from it.Delve into the depths of human existence as the author navigates the contours of philosophical absurdism, revealing it not as a bleak resignation...

What does it mean to be seen, heard, loved, forgiven—or simply understood? In Thanks for Asking, forty award-winning stories from the Stringybark Short Story Awards explore the small moments and life-changing choices that shape who we are. Across country towns, city streets, family kitchens, train carriages, beaches and backroads, these stories introduce characters experiencing longing, loss, humour, resilience, mystery and hope. Some tales are tender, some unsettling, so...

Thirty-seven award-winning short stories fill these entertaining pages. Written by Australian and international authors these stories explore Australian culture — sometimes funny, often poignant, occasionally unsettling, this anthology showcases the best of contemporary short story writing.Everyone has been embarrassingly kind. When Colin died, I received flowers and sympathy and even two casseroles. A very private person, I had not expected that living in Edenvale Lifestyle Vi...

His green eyes sparkled like emeralds when he saw me. Bill was a good lad, and he was waiting outside the post office, just as we had planned. His gaze devoured me as he pulled me aside into the lane where his handsome features became more boyish and pleading. "My beautiful Hettie, tell me she's left."I nodded, and he stepped closer. The smell of his strong body almost making me swoon with desire. He placed a small dark bottle under the candles in my basket before stroking my cheek...

Forty-one engaging and clever short stories feature in this latest anthology from Stringybark Stories. Selected from over 290 entries these winning and highly commended tales are wickedly intriguing, thought-provoking, sometimes sad, sometimes funny, but always a rollicking read.Marco meandered through the checkered picnic blankets in the park, trying not to step on their owners. Plates of potato salad and coleslaw threatened to trip him up. The tasty smell of sausages tickled his ...

art, poetry, articles, and stories about self care. Different views from how to deal with it to what happens when you fail to do it...this anthology has it all.Contents Include:Against all Odds by Jodi ColonMoments In Time By Serenity RoseJenny Walker's Guide to Healthy Skin By Raz T. SlasherDeserted Island By Serenity RosePreventives for Self Damage by Overcome IbiteyeSevering by Ruan Bradford WrightMountain Lake By Serenity ...

Forty-four short stories are showcased in Stringybark Stories largest ever anthology of award-winning short stories. Selected from 360 entries from Australia and around the world, these stories are quirky, clever, poignant, sometimes sad, occasionally scary, sporadically funny, but always entertaining. They are a ripper read. 'Feral' is contemporary short story writing at its best.She found Julia sitting on her bed with her legs straight out, holding the shell to her ear. Her eyes ...

'Nabokov's novels are playgrounds of perfection and dungeons of despair'Exile, émigré and refugee, Vladimir Nabokov (1899-1977) was buffeted by the tides of his times, from the Russian Revolution to the rise of Hitler. But he converted that personal anarchy into a seductive, often controversial, art which searches for meaning amid cruelty and loss.In Ada to Zembla: The Novels of Vladimir Nabokov, David Vernon explores the works of one of the twentieth century's key...

Thirty-two twisted and entertaining tales are featured in this, the forty-first, short story anthology from Stringybark Stories. Selected from over 150 entries these winning and highly commended tales are an intriguing read. From late night burials to art heists, dotty mothers to mischievous magpies, Stringybark Stories’ fourth collection of tales with a twist is certain to be a treat.On the third trip she sat on a stool. Lifted a jar to her lips. Let the juice trickle down her chi...