Download or read book Small Avalanches and Other Stories written by Joyce Carol Oates and published by HarperTeen. This book was released on 2004-02-17 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When The Sky Blue Ball comes soaring over the fence, a high-school girl is confronted with the haunting memory of childhood. A jealous teen lets her cousin go off alone with a dangerous Capricorn, aware of the terrifying possibilities. A vulnerable young girl cunningly outwits a menacing stranger and exults in her newfound power, surviving the first of many Small Avalanches. In these twelve riveting tales, master storyteller Joyce Carol Oates visits the dark, enigmatic psyche of the teenage years. Intense and unnerving, uplifting and triumphant, the stories in this collection explore the fateful consequences of the choices we make in our everyday lives.
Download or read book Heat and Other Stories written by Joyce Carol Oates and published by New York, N.Y. : Dutton. This book was released on 1991 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Poet, novelist, critic, and the winner of the PEN/Malamud Award for lifetime achievement in the short story as an art form, Joyce Carol Oates in this collection offers readers 25 rich, hard-edged stories stamped with her inimitable touch: tales of violence ... or uncertainty ... or with the macabre running like lifeblood through them. In the O. Henry Award-winning title story, "Heat," young twin sisters are murdered, and both they and their killer are remembered by a woman who was their contemporary and, in a way, a victim as well. ... In "Leila Lee," a young woman who marries an older man tries to develop a relationship with her husband's angry teenage son. ... In "House Hunting," a husband perplexed by his disintegrating marriage goes house- hunting without his wife, and embarks on a quest-not only for a house, but for his future. From small towns to big cities, from the working class to the upper class, there is scarcely an aspect of the American experience that Joyce Carol Oates has not magically made her own. Her stories shock, provoke, and astound us with their commentary on the human condition.
Download or read book Burning In the Heat and Other Stories written by Michael Martin and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2008-07-20 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The people who populate Michael Martin's world are complex and disturbing. Burning just beneath the surface is a frightening stockpile of emotional confusion and silent rage. Jealousy and passion, loneliness and self-destruction heat the pages of these fifteen stories of the often volatile relationships between men and women, friends and lovers, and the interactions with those not so rare individuals who possess the pathological ability to become whoever you want them to be.Each story in this moving collection burns with the heat of human emotion. Written in a powerful narrative voice, often lyrical and poetic, BURNING IN THE HEAT is an astounding display of storytelling depth and versatility from the author of FUNERALS FOR FRIENDS.
Download or read book Hot Shift Other Stories written by Aimee Easterling and published by Wetknee Books. This book was released on 2024-03-05 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tenth anniversary bonus story extravaganza! I'm Wolf Young --- Wolfie to my friends. But this anthology isn't about me. It's about the strong, adventurous women I've had the luxury to know. They kick ass and take names. Bake cupcakes and build packs. I asked my personal scribe to jot down their stories, and the result is enough drama to keep even the orneriest yahoos busy reading instead of lighting their tails on fire. Why not grab yourself a copy and become part of our pack? Contains: Paradigm Shift, Pool Party, Scapegoat, Character List, Bloodling Song, Tough as Nails, Yule Moon (Out of the Closet, Hunting Christmas, Joining Up, and Potatoes and Gravy), Beastly, Werewolf Recipe Swap, First Blood, When the Wolf Catches the Car, Hot Shift, Sebastien's Favorite Cookies, Macaroni Dreams, In the Kitchen with Werewolves, and Muffins & Moonlight. Note: While a few of these stories can be read as standalones, most are intended to be enjoyed after the Wolf Rampant Trilogy, the Alpha Underground Trilogy, and the Wolf Legacy Quartet.
Download or read book Heat of Fusion and Other Stories written by John M. Ford and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2004-03 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Collects stories and poems written over the course of two decades, [including] award winners and award nominees, as well as some rarities, amusements, and astonishments"--Publisher marketing.
Download or read book The long exile and other stories written by graf Leo Tolstoy and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Long Exile and Other Stories written by Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2008-04-01 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy (1828-1910) was a Russian novelist, essayist, dramatist and philosopher, as well as pacifist Christian anarchist and educational reformer.
Download or read book Hot Women Needing a Man and Other Stories written by Antoinette V. Franklin and published by America Star Books. This book was released on 2011-10-11 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Impressive Jewels Book Club is more than a literary discussion group. The woman share their inner most secrets, thoughts and desires about their favorite subject, “Men.” The fact of how to get one, keep one, and how to get over one and then their thoughts about the book of the month. Estelle Marie Fountanie, a real estate executive, has been told she’s too mean to get a man. She has quite a few awakening moments, after experiencing the perils of internet dating, but she finally meets “The Man.” During a book club meeting one rainy afternoon she tells the girls she’ll bring back some sunshine from Jamaica. “This story is witty and full of life. The characters represent a sense of realism as their relationship of sisterhood and support evolve for each other.” Cassis A. Levy, Contributing Author “Violets, Inspirational Poems by Women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.”
Download or read book The lond exile and other stories written by graf Leo Tolstoy and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Safety Curtain and Other Stories written by Ethel M. Dell and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-07-29 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Safety Curtain and Other Stories by Ethel M. Dell
Download or read book Mosquito and Other Stories written by Mitra and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 2009 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ghana-Da'S Bizarre Narratives Draw Upon Science, History And Geography To Conjure Up Exotic Locales, Other Worlds And Peoples, Their Habits, Lifestyles And Languages. Mosquito And Other Stories Brings Together Twelve Of Premendra Mitra&Rsquo;S Most Popular Ghana-Da Tales. These Stories Within Stories, Told In First Person By One Of The Denizens Of The Mess Hall, Straddle The Thin Line Between Make-Believe And Truth. Ghana-Da&Rsquo;S Bizarre Narratives Draw Upon Science, History And Geography To Conjure Up Exotic Locales, Other Worlds And Peoples, Their Habits, Lifestyles And Languages. In &Lsquo;Mosquito&Rsquo; Ghana-Da Saves Mankind From A New And Deadly Breed Of The Insect; In &Lsquo;Pebble&Rsquo; We Find Him Trading In Sandalwood In The New Hebrides; &Lsquo;Glass&Rsquo; And &Lsquo;Duck&Rsquo; Explore Nuclear Science; In &Lsquo;Hole&Rsquo; He Tells His Spellbound Audience About The Fourth Dimension; And In &Lsquo;Hat&Rsquo; He Is Dragged Over Mount Everest By A Runaway Yeti. And That&Rsquo;S Just The Beginning&Hellip; These Accounts Of Travel And Heroism, Born Of Wild Imagination And Sound Knowledge, Make The Teller And His Tales Simply Irresistible.
Download or read book Boycotted and Other Stories written by Talbot Baines Reed and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-18 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boycotted, and Other Stories by Talbot Baines Reed: A collection of short stories set in Victorian-era England, this book explores themes of social injustice, class conflict, and the power of the human spirit. From the story of a factory worker fighting for justice to the tale of a young boy standing up to a bully, these stories are both thought-provoking and entertaining. Key Aspects of the Book "Boycotted, and Other Stories": Social Justice: The book examines issues of inequality, discrimination, and the fight for social justice in Victorian England. Diverse Characters: The stories feature characters from all walks of life, from factory workers to wealthy aristocrats, providing a broad perspective on Victorian society. Inspiration and Resilience: The book celebrates the power of the human spirit, showing how ordinary people can overcome adversity and make a difference in the world. Talbot Baines Reed was an English author and journalist known for his popular novels and short stories. Born in London in 1852, he worked as a journalist before pursuing a career in writing. His books, including Boycotted, and Other Stories, were bestsellers in their time and remain popular classics of Victorian literature.
Download or read book The Duel and Other Stories written by Anton Chekhov and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-09-20 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: The Duel and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov
Download or read book Roast Chicken and Other Stories written by Simon Hopkinson and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2013-07-23 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Good cooking depends on two things: common sense and good taste." In England, no food writer's star shines brighter than Simon Hopkinson's. His breakthrough Roast Chicken and Other Stories was voted the most useful cookbook ever by a panel of chefs, food writers, and consumers. At last, American cooks can enjoy endearing stories from the highly acclaimed food writer and his simple yet elegant recipes. In this richly satisfying culinary narrative, Hopkinson shares his unique philosophy on the limitless possibilities of cooking. With its friendly tone backed by the author's impeccable expertise, this cookbook can help anyone--from the novice cook to the experienced chef--prepare delicious cuisine . . . and enjoy every minute of it! Irresistible recipes in this book include: Eggs Florentine Chocolate Tart Poached Salmon with Beurre Blanc And, of course, the book's namesake recipe, Roast Chicken Winner of both the 1994 Andre Simon and 1995 Glenfiddich awards (the gastronomic world's equivalent to an Oscar), this acclaimed book will inspire anyone who enjoys sharing the ideas of a truly creative cook and delights in getting the best out of good ingredients.
Download or read book Tales in Colour and Other Stories written by Kunzang Choden and published by Zubaan. This book was released on 2012-06-25 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These deceptively simple stories uncover both the complexity and irony of women’s lives in Bhutan today. They show how ordinary lives, choices and experiences are both remarkable and poignant. In ‘I am a Small Person’, a despised woman uses her femininity as a means to control a man; the young girl in ‘I Won’t ask Mother’ suddenly feels empowered and confident when she makes a decision without consulting her mother. All the stories take place in rural settings, to which creeping urbanisation brings gradual change, and tensions surface between the new and the old, or the traditional and the modern. For many rural women, being able to connect to the city and all its perceived power and glamour is a very real aspiration. This yearning is exemplified in ‘Look at her Belly Button,’ where a young woman effortlessly slips out of the role of a farmer to become a ‘real Bhutanese’ urbanite. Published by Zubaan.
Download or read book The Blue Lattice Network and Other Stories written by Anna Lisa L. Young and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2017-03-02 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Blue Lattice Network is a collection of short stories that all reside in the Bluebird Territory. A man-made nation that divides people by talents and personalities.
Download or read book Incantations and Other Stories written by Anjana Appachana and published by Penguin Books India. This book was released on 2006-12 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Stories In This Collection Are Set In The Early Eighties, And Anjana Appachana Wonderfully Captures The Raw, Vibrant Energy And Optimism Of A Time When We Drank Chai For Thirty Paise, And Twenty Thousand Rupees Spent On &Lsquo;Gifts&Rsquo; For The Boy&Rsquo;S Side Was An Enormous Amount Of Money For Middle-Class Indians. Her Characters Strain For A Place Beyond The Boundaries Of A Prescribed Way Of Life In Urban Middle India: A Hapless College Student Gets Gated A Few Days Before Her Appointment For An Abortion; A Disgruntled Clerk Philosophises Gloomily About His Place In The Scheme Of Things; A Young Girl, Against All Odds, Decides To Keep Her Sister&Rsquo;S Deep, Dark Secret. By Turns Warm, Gullible, Arrogant And Bigoted, Appachana&Rsquo;S Characters Live Their Lives Amid Contradictions And Double Standards, Superstitions And Impossible Dreams, But Ultimately Usurp Their Familiar Landscape And Imbue It With An Idiosyncratic Vision.
