{"title":"Meg Pokrass","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of \u003cem\u003eMeg Pokrass\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author renowned for her mastery in the art of flash fiction. With an unparalleled ability to convey deep emotions and vivid imagery in just a few words, Pokrass has carved a niche for herself in the realm of general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong her notable works is \u003cem\u003eFirst Law of Holes\u003c\/em\u003e, a collection that showcases her signature style of compact yet powerful storytelling. Pokrass's characters, often caught in moments of quiet introspection or whimsical humour, evoke a sense of familiarity and intrigue, drawing readers into their intimate worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeg Pokrass's books offer an insightful exploration of human nature and relationships, making her collection a must-read for anyone seeking profound narratives distilled into their most essential elements. Dive into her universe and experience the beauty of concise storytelling that resonates long after the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"first-law-of-holes-by-meg-pokrass-9781950539987","title":"First Law of Holes","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"The people in these stories need Meg Pokrass. Their lives are tough but her imagination is the fire-lasso that can save them, save us.\"\u003c\/b\u003e — Bob Hicok, author of \u003ci\u003eElegy Owed\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSex \u0026amp; Love\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sixteen-year-old transplanted Pennsylvanian navigates sunburn and heartbreak in equal measure while falling in love with a very tan ghost. A girl with drunk scribbles on her shoes searches for fragments of an old flame inside the boy at the mall food court. And a female circus contortionist, daughter of a failed clown, comes to terms with the first law of romantic relationships: once in a hole, stop digging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eFirst Law of Holes\u003c\/i\u003e, award-winning author Meg Pokrass delivers a stunning selection of stories from the past fourteen years of her flash fiction career. She tackles themes of belonging, obsession, messy love, and loneliness with her trademark, unconventional storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46711457579244,"sku":"9781950539987","price":49.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12953093482882.jpg?v=1754224830"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/meg-pokrass.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}