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Pulse Points

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Pulse Points by Jennifer Down is a collection of heartfelt stories that explore the lives of individuals seeking connection and meaning in diverse circumstances. The narratives delve into themes of intimacy, loneliness, and human vulnerability, offering poignant and immersive glimpses into ordinary yet profound moments. Through richly developed characters, the book captures the intricate tapestry of human emotions and experiences.
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This collection of short stories might appeal to you if you enjoy exploring profound themes through intimate and vivid character narratives. The author delves into the complexities of human relationships with emotional depth and sharp insight, making it a captivating read for those who appreciate finely crafted storytelling and nuanced emotions in general fiction.

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Pulse Points

Jennifer Down's collection comprises a diverse range of colourful stories that take the reader from the USA to Japan and back to Melbourne.

* Invitations to major Australian writers festivals * Interviews on local radio e.g. 3RRR, 3CR * Extract from one of the stories to run in a literary publication * Interviews on podcasts, e.g. The Garret, The Ladies Podcast * Wide-ranging review coverage in major Australian and NZ newspapers, e.g. NZ Herald, and general publications e.g. Big Issue * Review coverage in literary press e.g. Lifted Brow, Kill Your Darlings, Overland * Wide review coverage on blogs * Early reading copies to be available to the trade and at bookseller conferences * Advertisements in literary and current affairs publications such as ABR, Lifted Brow, Monthly, Big Issue and on their associated websites * Display advertising on literary websites such as Kill Your Darlings and via author networks such as the Emerging Writers' Festival * Google network display advertising targeting Australian readers on international literary, news and current affair websites such as New Yorker, Huffington Post, Book Riot * Giveaways with targeted subscriber groups including author networks such as Writers Victoria, NSW Writer's Centre and Tasmanian Writer's Centre * Major social media campaign including targeted FB, Instagram and Goodreads advertising * One standout story from the collection circulated via social media and featured on Text and bookseller websites (targeting a younger demographic) * Banner advertising on bookseller websites * Budget for advertising in bookseller newsletters and catalogues * Point-of-sale materials such as bookmarks to be available to the trade

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The characters in Jennifer Down's Pulse Points live in small dusty towns, glittering exotic cities, and slow droll suburbs; they are mourners, survivors, and perpetrators.

In the award-winning "Aokigahara," a young woman travels to the sea of trees in Japan to say goodbye. In "Coarsegold," a woman conducts an illicit affair while her recovering girlfriend works the overnight motel shift in the middle of nowhere.

In "Dogs," Foggo runs an unruly gang of bored, cruel boys with a scent for fresh meat. In "Pressure Okay," a middle-aged man goes to the theatre, gets a massage, remembers his departed wife, and navigates the long game of grief with his adult daughter.

Jennifer Down, whose first novel, Our Magic Hour, was commended in the 2017 Victorian Premier's Literary Award, is a masterful stylist whose sharp eye has been compared to that of Helen Garner.

Pulse Points is a gutting collection that showcases her singular voice and reminds us once more that this is a writer of great talent.

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Pulse Points by Jennifer Down is highly regarded for its emotional depth and insightful storytelling. Critics praise Down's ability to capture both the tumult and wonder of youth, commending her perceptive depiction of grief and emotional complexity. The book is lauded for its precise and beautiful prose, with stories that resonate with clarity and intensity. Down's work is consistently celebrated for its narrative sophistication and emotional impact.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925355970

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 July 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Jennifer Down was born in 1990. Our Magic Hour was highly commended in the Victorian Premier's Literary Award. Her writing has appeared in the Age, Sydney Morning Herald, Saturday Paper, Australian Book Review, Kill Your Darlings, Lifted Brow, Best Australian Stories and Blue Mesa Review. jenniferdown.com

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