The Insomniac Booth invites readers once again into Clive Gilson’s hauntingly vivid world, where magical realism blends seamlessly with the old-world charm of folklore and faery tales. Following the acclaim of his previous collection, The Mechanic’s Curse, this second anthology delves deeper into the strange and the beautiful, offering a spellbinding journey through urban decay, fractured memories, and the eerie wonder of everyday life.
These stories are more than just tales-they are intimate explorations of universal themes: the fragility of memory, the loss of loved ones, and the fine cracks in our urban and inner landscapes. With each story, Gilson paints a vivid picture of forgotten worlds-splintered glass, dust-filled rooms, shafts of golden light breaking through the darkness of war-torn memories. His words are a reflection of life’s impermanence, capturing both the terror and beauty in the small, often overlooked details.
There’s a rhythmic, poetic quality to Gilson’s storytelling. He makes the ordinary extraordinary, uncovering hidden meaning in the smallest of things. His sharp, dark humor, laced with cynical wit, contrasts with the ethereal, creating a unique blend of tones that will captivate readers from the first page to the last.
The Insomniac Booth lingers long after the stories have ended, resonating deeply with our shared human experience. Gilson’s work is for those who find beauty in the cracks, who see shadows in the daylight, and who understand the bittersweet nature of life’s fleeting moments. These are stories that echo in the mind, stories of mystery and melancholy, wrapped in the magic of the mundane.
Prepare to be transported into a world of black-and-white memories, where every page reveals something new-something deep, dark, and profoundly moving.
Mục lục
Rag Trade Gepetto
The Politician’s New Speech
The Insomniac Booth
Beginning with Smith
Heirs and Graces
Fergus on A Bridge
The Starving Wolf
Fancy and the Flutter
Towering Dreams
Do Unto Others
The Mobile Phone
For The Love Of Comets
The Tender Kiss
Only The Names Change
Jamul’s Happy Day
Jack and Jill Went Up the Hill
Where the Grass Is Greenest
Hesperus Wrecked
Picking the Wings off Crane Flies
Lord of the North Wind
The Assistant Shop Manager
Pigs and Dogs
Bastille Day
The Last Watchman
This Song is for You
About the Author
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I am a seasoned writer, editor and occasional contributor to magazines and periodicals. You can find out more about my work and contact me at clivegilson.com
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