<p><b>The lessons and the antidotes and the essays that went into <I>Consider This</I> were originally written for The Cult website. The stories that went into Burnt Tongues were exercises based on those lessons. So if you like <I>Consider This</i> please check out Burnt Tongues and see how those lessons were put into practice.<br>-Chuck Palahniuk</b></p><p><b>Transgressive fiction authors write stories some are afraid to tell. Stories with taboo subjects unique voices shocking images-nothing safe or dry.</p></b> <p><i>Burnt Tongues</i> is a collection of transgressive stories selected by a rigorous nomination and vetting process and hand-selected by Chuck Palahniuk bestselling author of <I>Fight Club</I> as the best of The Cult workshop. These stories run the gamut from horrific and fantastic to humorous and touching but each leaves a lasting impression. Some may say even a scar.</p>