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Man Made Entirely of Bats

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Man Made Entirely of Bats by Patrick Lenton is a quirky and eclectic collection that fuses absurdity with humour. The stories explore peculiar situations, such as a man composed of bats and outlandish superhero antics. It's a blend of surreal narratives that reveal insights into human nature through a whimsical lens.
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You might enjoy this quirky and imaginative collection of short stories if you appreciate absurd humour and whimsical narratives. Each tale offers a unique take on everyday life, often blending the surreal with the mundane, making for a delightfully unpredictable reading experience. If you’re a fan of unconventional storytelling with a humorous twist, this book is likely to charm and entertain you.

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Man Made Entirely of Bats

'A Man Made Entirely of Bats' is a collection of short stories and flash fiction by one of Australia's newest voices. Comedic and absurd, these stories are an entertaining exploration of the concept of super heroes and of the super strange in our world. 'Featuring a colourful assortment of superheroes, mutants, zombies, bank robbers and boy bands

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Man Made Entirely of Bats is a collection of short stories and flash fiction by one of Australia's newest voices. Comedic and absurd, these stories are an entertaining exploration of the concept of superheroes and the super strange in our world.

Featuring a colourful assortment of superheroes, mutants, zombies, bank robbers, and boy bands, these stories are wonderfully bizarre, original, and hilarious. A new and original voice, Patrick Lenton's short stories bring qualities rare in Australian fiction: inventiveness, humour, and a fine sense of the absurd.

Ryan O'Neill says, "I love Patrick's stories because he seems to think a bit differently to everybody else. Do not read this on the bus if you have a primal fear of laughing loudly in front of strangers."

Zoe Norton Lodge (Story Club, ABC TV's The Checkout & The Media Circus)

Patrick Lenton is a playwright, fiction writer, and blogger at The Spontaneity Review. He was a finalist in the 2013 SOYA Awards. He writes The Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge for Going Down Swinging. His stories have appeared in Best Australian Stories, Seizure, and Lifted Brow. He tweets @patricklenton.

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Man Made Entirely of Bats by Patrick Lenton is praised for its inventive and humorous storytelling, showcasing a unique Australian voice. The collection mixes genres like surrealism, horror, and stand-up comedy to create original, entertaining, and bizarre tales. Comparisons to David Sedaris highlight its blend of humour and unexpected emotional depth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925052114

Publisher: Spineless Wonders

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 February 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: Spineless Wonders

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 130

About the Author

Patrick Lenton is a playwright, fiction writer, and blogger at The Spontaneity Review. His stories have appeared in Best Australian Stories, Lifted Brow, and Seizure.

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