Author: Brandt Legg
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 1935070118
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
A thought provoking thriller from the USA Today bestselling author of The Cosega Sequence. and The CapStone Conspiracy. Never let them catch you reading. Eighty years from now there is no war, no hunger, and no pollution. The government decides to close the last remaining library still housing physical books. The contents will be burned. Almost no one notices. almost no one cares. In the year 2098, the world is secure and Earth’s 2.9 billion people are healthy and happy. After overcoming a series of calamities in the first half of the century, human advancements birthed a utopian sociey. So when the government announces it will shut down the last library and destroy the books, it hardly seems important. But in addition to the dusty volumes, the library holds many secrets. Unless an unlikely trio can save the books, humanity will lose more than just what is printed on those antique pages. With a single government ruling the entire planet, one currency, one language and no religion, the population is unified and enjoying the prosperity that comes with more than seven decades of peace. Free healthcare for all, and guaranteed employment, make the future a dream. But this future may only be safe if the AOI can hide the past. The books must be saved! The impossible task is up to an angry author, a brazen revolutionary and the last librarian. When everything is perfect, the only thing left to fear is the truth. This conspiracy thriller will appeal to fans of Ray Bradbury, George Orwell, Marcus Sakey, Ernest Cline, Hugh Howey, Daniel Silva, Clive Cussler, Orson Scott Card, Pierce Brown, Blake Crouch, Douglas E. Richards, A.G. Riddle, Ursula Le Guin, and Suzanne Collins. Praise for the Justar Journal "Pushed all the right buttons - SciFi, mystery, techno-thriller, quotes from great authors . . . " "Fascinating, clever story reminiscent of 1984.” “Richly deep characters. His words flow smoothly over a textured plot that's interlaced with an imaginative world of science fiction, captivating readers.” “A complex conspiracy that kept me guessing and reading until I consumed the entire series!" "Very engaging plot with thought provoking turns. Very exciting read.” Find out why nearly a million copies of Brandt Legg's books have been sold/downloaded worldwide. THE LAST LIBRARIAN (Justar Journal #1) THE LOST TREERUNNER (Justar Journal #2) THE LIST KEEPERS (Justar Journal #3)
The Last Librarian
Author: Brandt Legg
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 1935070118
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
A thought provoking thriller from the USA Today bestselling author of The Cosega Sequence. and The CapStone Conspiracy. Never let them catch you reading. Eighty years from now there is no war, no hunger, and no pollution. The government decides to close the last remaining library still housing physical books. The contents will be burned. Almost no one notices. almost no one cares. In the year 2098, the world is secure and Earth’s 2.9 billion people are healthy and happy. After overcoming a series of calamities in the first half of the century, human advancements birthed a utopian sociey. So when the government announces it will shut down the last library and destroy the books, it hardly seems important. But in addition to the dusty volumes, the library holds many secrets. Unless an unlikely trio can save the books, humanity will lose more than just what is printed on those antique pages. With a single government ruling the entire planet, one currency, one language and no religion, the population is unified and enjoying the prosperity that comes with more than seven decades of peace. Free healthcare for all, and guaranteed employment, make the future a dream. But this future may only be safe if the AOI can hide the past. The books must be saved! The impossible task is up to an angry author, a brazen revolutionary and the last librarian. When everything is perfect, the only thing left to fear is the truth. This conspiracy thriller will appeal to fans of Ray Bradbury, George Orwell, Marcus Sakey, Ernest Cline, Hugh Howey, Daniel Silva, Clive Cussler, Orson Scott Card, Pierce Brown, Blake Crouch, Douglas E. Richards, A.G. Riddle, Ursula Le Guin, and Suzanne Collins. Praise for the Justar Journal "Pushed all the right buttons - SciFi, mystery, techno-thriller, quotes from great authors . . . " "Fascinating, clever story reminiscent of 1984.” “Richly deep characters. His words flow smoothly over a textured plot that's interlaced with an imaginative world of science fiction, captivating readers.” “A complex conspiracy that kept me guessing and reading until I consumed the entire series!" "Very engaging plot with thought provoking turns. Very exciting read.” Find out why nearly a million copies of Brandt Legg's books have been sold/downloaded worldwide. THE LAST LIBRARIAN (Justar Journal #1) THE LOST TREERUNNER (Justar Journal #2) THE LIST KEEPERS (Justar Journal #3)
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 1935070118
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
A thought provoking thriller from the USA Today bestselling author of The Cosega Sequence. and The CapStone Conspiracy. Never let them catch you reading. Eighty years from now there is no war, no hunger, and no pollution. The government decides to close the last remaining library still housing physical books. The contents will be burned. Almost no one notices. almost no one cares. In the year 2098, the world is secure and Earth’s 2.9 billion people are healthy and happy. After overcoming a series of calamities in the first half of the century, human advancements birthed a utopian sociey. So when the government announces it will shut down the last library and destroy the books, it hardly seems important. But in addition to the dusty volumes, the library holds many secrets. Unless an unlikely trio can save the books, humanity will lose more than just what is printed on those antique pages. With a single government ruling the entire planet, one currency, one language and no religion, the population is unified and enjoying the prosperity that comes with more than seven decades of peace. Free healthcare for all, and guaranteed employment, make the future a dream. But this future may only be safe if the AOI can hide the past. The books must be saved! The impossible task is up to an angry author, a brazen revolutionary and the last librarian. When everything is perfect, the only thing left to fear is the truth. This conspiracy thriller will appeal to fans of Ray Bradbury, George Orwell, Marcus Sakey, Ernest Cline, Hugh Howey, Daniel Silva, Clive Cussler, Orson Scott Card, Pierce Brown, Blake Crouch, Douglas E. Richards, A.G. Riddle, Ursula Le Guin, and Suzanne Collins. Praise for the Justar Journal "Pushed all the right buttons - SciFi, mystery, techno-thriller, quotes from great authors . . . " "Fascinating, clever story reminiscent of 1984.” “Richly deep characters. His words flow smoothly over a textured plot that's interlaced with an imaginative world of science fiction, captivating readers.” “A complex conspiracy that kept me guessing and reading until I consumed the entire series!" "Very engaging plot with thought provoking turns. Very exciting read.” Find out why nearly a million copies of Brandt Legg's books have been sold/downloaded worldwide. THE LAST LIBRARIAN (Justar Journal #1) THE LOST TREERUNNER (Justar Journal #2) THE LIST KEEPERS (Justar Journal #3)
Cosega Source
Author: Brandt Legg
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 9781935070689
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Some said it was over. It isn't.Others thought they understood. They didn't.Discovering the source rewrites history . . . again, and transforms the future. We will all be forever changed.Click now to continue the adventurePraise for the Cosega Sequence"If Baldacci and Brown collaborated on an Indiana Jones mystery, this might be the finished result." -Amazon Reviewer"Very highly recommended to the attention of dedicated science fiction fans . . . " -Midwest Book Review"Indiana Jones meets Jason Bourne in this thrilling white-knuckle adventure!" -BookBub"X-Files meets Da Vinci Code on the way to Tom Clancy's House." -Amazon Reviewer"Fans of James Rollins, Dan Brown, Clive Cussler, Wilbur Smith, AG Riddle, and Michael Grumley are going to love Cosega!" -Amazon ReviewerFind out why a million copies of Brandt Legg's books have been sold/downloaded worldwide.
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 9781935070689
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Some said it was over. It isn't.Others thought they understood. They didn't.Discovering the source rewrites history . . . again, and transforms the future. We will all be forever changed.Click now to continue the adventurePraise for the Cosega Sequence"If Baldacci and Brown collaborated on an Indiana Jones mystery, this might be the finished result." -Amazon Reviewer"Very highly recommended to the attention of dedicated science fiction fans . . . " -Midwest Book Review"Indiana Jones meets Jason Bourne in this thrilling white-knuckle adventure!" -BookBub"X-Files meets Da Vinci Code on the way to Tom Clancy's House." -Amazon Reviewer"Fans of James Rollins, Dan Brown, Clive Cussler, Wilbur Smith, AG Riddle, and Michael Grumley are going to love Cosega!" -Amazon ReviewerFind out why a million copies of Brandt Legg's books have been sold/downloaded worldwide.
Outin
Author: Brandt Legg
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 1935070193
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
OUTIN, book two of the best selling Inner Movement trilogy, takes off from the last thrilling page of OUTVIEW. This story of wonder, in which time and dimensions collide in an explosion of psychic phenomena, takes Nate to a kaleidoscopic land. Relentlessly pursued, he faces impossible choices that transcend life and death. Aided by more mystics, he struggles to find understanding on a frantic quest through extraordinary realms. If he can keep his friends alive, avoid Lightyear, and unravel crucial mysteries from the past . . . the Movement just might have a chance to change everything. A fast paced psychic conspiracy filled with more than paranormal mystery and supernatural phenomena. In OUTIN, Nate is pushed to question life’s great questions and philosophies in a search for the meaning of time itself. Readers who enjoy contemporary, urban fantasy, metaphysical genres and books such as David Mitchell’s Cloud Atlas and The Bone Clocks, Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, Neil Gaiman’s The Ocean at the End of the Lane, James Redfield’s The Celestine Prophecy, Dan Millman’s Way of the Peaceful Warrior, Night Circus and Snow Child are sure to love The Inner Movement trilogy – A metaphysical fantasy thriller. Read the Reviews “A spectacular, vivid Journey.” - The Examiner “Its existential themes and autobiographical tone make Legg's series a meaningful fantasy adventure that readers would love.” - FANTASCIZE.com “ . . . an incredible author with a deep knowledge of life, science, philosophy, and an imagination that is beyond compare.” - Dennis Waller TOP 500 REVIEWER “ . . . an awesomely trippy journey through what might be possible.” - Oleg Medvedkov TOP 500 REVIEWER “ . . . incredibly imaginative and magic world creation.” - ChristophFischerBooks TOP 500 REVIEWER Note: Readers are cautioned to read OUTVIEW before attempting to enter OUTIN. OUTVIEW (Inner Movement #1) available now OUTMOVE (Inner Movement #3) available now __________________________________________________________________
Publisher: Laughing Rain
ISBN: 1935070193
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
OUTIN, book two of the best selling Inner Movement trilogy, takes off from the last thrilling page of OUTVIEW. This story of wonder, in which time and dimensions collide in an explosion of psychic phenomena, takes Nate to a kaleidoscopic land. Relentlessly pursued, he faces impossible choices that transcend life and death. Aided by more mystics, he struggles to find understanding on a frantic quest through extraordinary realms. If he can keep his friends alive, avoid Lightyear, and unravel crucial mysteries from the past . . . the Movement just might have a chance to change everything. A fast paced psychic conspiracy filled with more than paranormal mystery and supernatural phenomena. In OUTIN, Nate is pushed to question life’s great questions and philosophies in a search for the meaning of time itself. Readers who enjoy contemporary, urban fantasy, metaphysical genres and books such as David Mitchell’s Cloud Atlas and The Bone Clocks, Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist, Neil Gaiman’s The Ocean at the End of the Lane, James Redfield’s The Celestine Prophecy, Dan Millman’s Way of the Peaceful Warrior, Night Circus and Snow Child are sure to love The Inner Movement trilogy – A metaphysical fantasy thriller. Read the Reviews “A spectacular, vivid Journey.” - The Examiner “Its existential themes and autobiographical tone make Legg's series a meaningful fantasy adventure that readers would love.” - FANTASCIZE.com “ . . . an incredible author with a deep knowledge of life, science, philosophy, and an imagination that is beyond compare.” - Dennis Waller TOP 500 REVIEWER “ . . . an awesomely trippy journey through what might be possible.” - Oleg Medvedkov TOP 500 REVIEWER “ . . . incredibly imaginative and magic world creation.” - ChristophFischerBooks TOP 500 REVIEWER Note: Readers are cautioned to read OUTVIEW before attempting to enter OUTIN. OUTVIEW (Inner Movement #1) available now OUTMOVE (Inner Movement #3) available now __________________________________________________________________
The Personal Librarian: A GMA Book Club Pick
Author: Marie Benedict
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593101545
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
The Instant New York Times Bestseller! A Good Morning America* Book Club Pick! Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR! Named a Notable Book of the Year by the Washington Post! “Historical fiction at its best!”* A remarkable novel about J. P. Morgan’s personal librarian, Belle da Costa Greene, the Black American woman who was forced to hide her true identity and pass as white in order to leave a lasting legacy that enriched our nation, from New York Times bestselling authors Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a world-class collection. But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. She was born not Belle da Costa Greene but Belle Marion Greener. She is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first Black graduate of Harvard and a well-known advocate for equality. Belle’s complexion isn’t dark because of her alleged Portuguese heritage that lets her pass as white—her complexion is dark because she is African American. The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman, famous for her intellect, style, and wit, and shares the lengths she must go to—for the protection of her family and her legacy—to preserve her carefully crafted white identity in the racist world in which she lives.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593101545
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 369
Book Description
The Instant New York Times Bestseller! A Good Morning America* Book Club Pick! Named a Best Book of the Year by NPR! Named a Notable Book of the Year by the Washington Post! “Historical fiction at its best!”* A remarkable novel about J. P. Morgan’s personal librarian, Belle da Costa Greene, the Black American woman who was forced to hide her true identity and pass as white in order to leave a lasting legacy that enriched our nation, from New York Times bestselling authors Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. In her twenties, Belle da Costa Greene is hired by J. P. Morgan to curate a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and artwork for his newly built Pierpont Morgan Library. Belle becomes a fixture in New York City society and one of the most powerful people in the art and book world, known for her impeccable taste and shrewd negotiating for critical works as she helps create a world-class collection. But Belle has a secret, one she must protect at all costs. She was born not Belle da Costa Greene but Belle Marion Greener. She is the daughter of Richard Greener, the first Black graduate of Harvard and a well-known advocate for equality. Belle’s complexion isn’t dark because of her alleged Portuguese heritage that lets her pass as white—her complexion is dark because she is African American. The Personal Librarian tells the story of an extraordinary woman, famous for her intellect, style, and wit, and shares the lengths she must go to—for the protection of her family and her legacy—to preserve her carefully crafted white identity in the racist world in which she lives.
The Laughing Librarian
Author: Jeanette C. Smith
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 078649056X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Despite the stodgy stereotypes, libraries and librarians themselves can be quite funny. The spectrum of library humor from sources inside and outside the profession ranges from the subtle wit of the New Yorker to the satire of Mad. This examination of American library humor over the past 200 years covers a wide range of topics and spans the continuum between light and dark, from parodies to portrayals of libraries and their staffs as objects of fear. It illuminates different types of librarians--the collector, the organization person, the keeper, the change agent--and explores stereotypes like the shushing little old lady with a bun, the male scholar-librarian, the library superhero, and the anti-stereotype of the sexy librarian. Profiles of the most prominent library humorists round out this lively study.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 078649056X
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Despite the stodgy stereotypes, libraries and librarians themselves can be quite funny. The spectrum of library humor from sources inside and outside the profession ranges from the subtle wit of the New Yorker to the satire of Mad. This examination of American library humor over the past 200 years covers a wide range of topics and spans the continuum between light and dark, from parodies to portrayals of libraries and their staffs as objects of fear. It illuminates different types of librarians--the collector, the organization person, the keeper, the change agent--and explores stereotypes like the shushing little old lady with a bun, the male scholar-librarian, the library superhero, and the anti-stereotype of the sexy librarian. Profiles of the most prominent library humorists round out this lively study.
The Last Cuentista
Author: Donna Barba Higuera
Publisher: Bonnier Zaffre Ltd.
ISBN: 1800784473
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
An unforgettable journey through the stars, to the very heart of what makes us human. The incredible Newbery Medal-winning novel from Donna Barba Higuera. "Gripping in its twists and turns, and moving in its themes - truly a beautiful cuento." - NEW YORK TIMES Había una vez . . . There lived a girl named Petra Peña, who wanted nothing more than to be a storyteller, like her abuelita. But Petra's world is ending. Earth will soon be destroyed by a comet, and only a few hundred scientists and their children - among them Petra and her family - have been chosen to journey to a new planet. They are the ones who must carry on the human race. Hundreds of years later, Petra wakes to this new planet - and the discovery that she is the only person who remembers Earth. A sinister Collective has taken over the ship during its journey, bent on erasing the sins of humanity's past. They have systematically purged the memories of all aboard - or purged them altogether. Petra alone now carries the stories of our past, and with them, any hope for our future. Can she make them live again?
Publisher: Bonnier Zaffre Ltd.
ISBN: 1800784473
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
An unforgettable journey through the stars, to the very heart of what makes us human. The incredible Newbery Medal-winning novel from Donna Barba Higuera. "Gripping in its twists and turns, and moving in its themes - truly a beautiful cuento." - NEW YORK TIMES Había una vez . . . There lived a girl named Petra Peña, who wanted nothing more than to be a storyteller, like her abuelita. But Petra's world is ending. Earth will soon be destroyed by a comet, and only a few hundred scientists and their children - among them Petra and her family - have been chosen to journey to a new planet. They are the ones who must carry on the human race. Hundreds of years later, Petra wakes to this new planet - and the discovery that she is the only person who remembers Earth. A sinister Collective has taken over the ship during its journey, bent on erasing the sins of humanity's past. They have systematically purged the memories of all aboard - or purged them altogether. Petra alone now carries the stories of our past, and with them, any hope for our future. Can she make them live again?
The Last Tribes of Erva
Author: Gary Currier
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1642989673
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 585
Book Description
Alver is a troubled warrior. His people are dying off in a war that has lasted far too many years. He and his people face slavery and worse extinction. Alver has been made chieftain and was given a relic of great power to wield. Surrounded with the last heroes of the southern tribes, he brings them to the final battle. Alver swore revenge against an enemy-a huge man of great hunger. Gizor Njal rose from out of nothing to leader of the northern cities swearing Alver's death and his people's extinction as he seeks recognition, power, and godhood. Gizor Njal's real power comes from pure evil in the form of a Druid of dark means. The Druid Whiteblossom has strange alliances, means, and magic. He has come to Gizor Njal and told him of the ancient prophecies, which name him as a coming god, and has convinced Gizor Njal the death of the southern tribes and the taking of the relic of power will bring forth his transformation. The Druid has a deadly secret and his own goals of power. Alver has many who owe him their life-one is hiding a great magical power from him but she loves him and intends him to live and his enemies to meet their doom. The end is near and all the hate, revenge, magic, muscle, and planning have come down to this moment in time.
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1642989673
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 585
Book Description
Alver is a troubled warrior. His people are dying off in a war that has lasted far too many years. He and his people face slavery and worse extinction. Alver has been made chieftain and was given a relic of great power to wield. Surrounded with the last heroes of the southern tribes, he brings them to the final battle. Alver swore revenge against an enemy-a huge man of great hunger. Gizor Njal rose from out of nothing to leader of the northern cities swearing Alver's death and his people's extinction as he seeks recognition, power, and godhood. Gizor Njal's real power comes from pure evil in the form of a Druid of dark means. The Druid Whiteblossom has strange alliances, means, and magic. He has come to Gizor Njal and told him of the ancient prophecies, which name him as a coming god, and has convinced Gizor Njal the death of the southern tribes and the taking of the relic of power will bring forth his transformation. The Druid has a deadly secret and his own goals of power. Alver has many who owe him their life-one is hiding a great magical power from him but she loves him and intends him to live and his enemies to meet their doom. The end is near and all the hate, revenge, magic, muscle, and planning have come down to this moment in time.
Report of the Librarian of Congress and Report of the Superintendent of the Library Building and Grounds for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30
Author: Library of Congress
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 262
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Languages : en
Pages : 262
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Oxford University Gazette
Author: University of Oxford
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 722
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Pages : 722
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The Last Bizarre Tale
Author: David Madden
Publisher: Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN: 1621900800
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Though he has authored more than eleven novels including, Cassandra Singing, The Suicide’s Wife, Abducted by Circumstance, and the recent London Bridge in Plague and Fire, David Madden has been publishing short stories for all six decades of his active career. The Last Bizarre Tale consists of works that appeared in journals but that have not appeared together as a collection. Madden used two stories, “The Singer” and “Second Look Presents: the Rape of an Indian Brave,” as chapters in his 1980 novel On the Big Wind. “The Headless Girl’s Mother” was first published as a chapter in a serialized novel entitled Hair of the Dog. Two other stories developed out of longer versions of Madden’s novels. “A Demon in My View” is part of a sequel, not yet published, to Bijou. All of the stories in David Madden’s third collection are distinguished by variety of content and by shifting styles and often innovative techniques. They are to varying degrees and in various ways bizarre in their characters and their relationships, in the kinds of internal and external conflicts, and in locales and themes. The title story, The Last Bizarre Tale, involving a corpse that has hung on a hook in a funeral home garage for decades, is evocative of Poe and, in its dark, grotesque humor, Flannery O’Connor and Carson McCullers. “Process is as important as product to David Madden,” writes editor James Perkins, “and one can learn as much about the process of writing as about the human condition by a careful reading of these stories.”
Publisher: Univ. of Tennessee Press
ISBN: 1621900800
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
Though he has authored more than eleven novels including, Cassandra Singing, The Suicide’s Wife, Abducted by Circumstance, and the recent London Bridge in Plague and Fire, David Madden has been publishing short stories for all six decades of his active career. The Last Bizarre Tale consists of works that appeared in journals but that have not appeared together as a collection. Madden used two stories, “The Singer” and “Second Look Presents: the Rape of an Indian Brave,” as chapters in his 1980 novel On the Big Wind. “The Headless Girl’s Mother” was first published as a chapter in a serialized novel entitled Hair of the Dog. Two other stories developed out of longer versions of Madden’s novels. “A Demon in My View” is part of a sequel, not yet published, to Bijou. All of the stories in David Madden’s third collection are distinguished by variety of content and by shifting styles and often innovative techniques. They are to varying degrees and in various ways bizarre in their characters and their relationships, in the kinds of internal and external conflicts, and in locales and themes. The title story, The Last Bizarre Tale, involving a corpse that has hung on a hook in a funeral home garage for decades, is evocative of Poe and, in its dark, grotesque humor, Flannery O’Connor and Carson McCullers. “Process is as important as product to David Madden,” writes editor James Perkins, “and one can learn as much about the process of writing as about the human condition by a careful reading of these stories.”