13 Stories

A traumatized mother just can't seem to recall what's missing from her life; a young woman's new boyfriend claims to be the lesser-known member of a one-hit-wonder; a father's gift of sea monkeys to his son leads to a religious awakening -- all this and more in 'Thirteen Stories', a collection of thirteen stories from Australia's best, upcoming writers. 'Thirteen Stories' has been compiled from Australia's most prestigious journals and includes competition winners. A diverse assortment of straight storytelling, innovation, and exploration, a look at relationships, family, and drama, and sexual discovery, 'Thirteen Stories' is sure to offer something for everybody. Featuring Emilie Collyer, Laurie Steed, George Ivanoff, Blaise van Hecke, Jane Downing, Kirk Marshall, Ryan O'Neill, A.S. Patric, Louise D'Arcy, Patrick Cullen, Erol Engin, Bel Woods and Les Zig.