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AM/PM

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AM/PM by Amelia Gray is a whimsical and surreal collection of 120 mini-stories that shift between humour and profundity. The narratives explore themes of human behaviour and relationships, unfolding over the course of a day. Each vignette provides a fleeting glimpse into the peculiar yet familiar moments that punctuate daily life.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy quirky and surreal narratives that explore the intricacies of human relationships and daily life. The author's unique storytelling style, blending sharp humour with deep introspection, offers a refreshing exploration of ordinary moments that challenges and delights the imagination.

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If anything's going to save the characters in Amelia Gray's debut from their troubled romances, their social improprieties, or their hands turning into claws, it's a John Mayer concert tee.

In AM/PM, impish humour and cutting insight are on full display. Readers tour the lives of 23 characters across 120 stories full of lizard tails, Schrรถdinger boxes, and volcano love. June wakes up one morning covered in seeds; Leonard falls in love with a chaise lounge; Betty insists everything except flowers are a symbol of her love for her husband; Andrew talks to his house in times of crisis.

Written every morning and night for two months, these brief vignettes (50 to 100 words) recall Donald Barthelme in their whimsy and subtle yet powerful emotions. An intermittent love story as seen through a darkly comic lens, AM/PM mixes poetry and prose, humour and hubris to create a truly original work of fiction.

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AM/PM by Amelia Gray is praised for its innovative structure and unique approach to storytelling, capturing the often surreal moments of modern life. Reviewers highlight Gray's sharp wit and ability to blend humour with poignant observations. The book's fragmented narratives and distinctive voice have been noted as offering a fresh take on everyday experiences.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780977199273

Publisher: Featherproof Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 September 2009

Country: United States

Imprint: Featherproof Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 114.0mm

Height: 177.0mm

Weight: 124g

Pages: 144

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