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    Slightly Off Center

    By Neal Barrett Jr.

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    The work of novelist and short story writer Neal Barrett, Jr. spans the field from science fiction, westerns, and historical novels to "off-the-wall" mainstream fiction. His work is weird and wonderful, and defies any category or convention. He simply does what he does, and no one seems able to stop him.

    Barrett's ability to stir fantasy and reality into a delightful souffle redefines the term "magic realism." His 1991 novel, The Hereafter Gang, shows a master at work, a writer who has total control of his craft. His first venture into the field of mystery/suspense (Pink Vodka Blues, 1992) earned him critical acclaim, and a movie deal with producer David Brown.

    There are eleven stories in this collection:

    Buckstop
    Deviations
    A Day at the Fair
    Tony Red Dog
    Four Times One
    Greyspun’s Gift
    The Last Cardinal Bird in Tennessee
    Interstate Dreams
    Stairs
    Uteropolis II
    “Sorry, But—”

    Get ready for a ride through Neal Barrett, Jr's own peculiar wonderland ...

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCrossroad Press
    Release dateNov 5, 2015
    ISBN9781311992376
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