Local Hero

People have asked me why I don't write a novel. Well one or two people have asked me that. I always reply that I am a sprinter and not a long-distance runner. Indeed I prefer the fifty to the hundred-yard dash. The short form is a lovely thing. For years I have admired its economy its punch its subtlety. It's a perfect vehicle for me because I like to cut to the chase and I don't like long-winded descriptions. Then too I see life as a comedy rather than a tragedy. Tragedy works better with lots of words; whoever heard of a five-hundred-word tragedy? On the other hand comedy can be short and sweet.<p>Reader Comments on <i>Menage a Trois</i> by Jack Swenson<p>Short and interesting really enjoyable. Hard to put the book down knowing another little gem follows.<p>Courageous writing.<p>The author is a compassionate person who is very aware of the world around him.<p>Swenson has a knack for understated humor.<p>I am a fan!<p>Brilliant!<p>An amazing work.<p>