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Across Town: Stories of Columbus
Across Town presents twelve fantastic short stories, all written by Central Ohio authors. Each fictional tale is set in Columbus, Ohio.
These creative, engaging stories, ranging from romantic comedy to adventure to science fiction, will satisfy readers of all types.
The work of Central Ohio authors like Amy Dalrymple, John P. Deever, Gabrielle Gold, William J. Hallal, Justin N. Hanson, Brenda Layman, David Meeks, Todd Metcalf, Andrew Miller, Daniel O'Riordan, Brad Pauquette and Cynthia Rosi will lead you on an unforgettable journey amongst real Central Ohio landmarks and places like The Ohio State University, Northstar Cafe, Goodale Park and the famous topiary gardens.
The bizarre, witty, intriguing stories of Across Town are a unique collection that you won't soon forget.
These creative, engaging stories, ranging from romantic comedy to adventure to science fiction, will satisfy readers of all types.
The work of Central Ohio authors like Amy Dalrymple, John P. Deever, Gabrielle Gold, William J. Hallal, Justin N. Hanson, Brenda Layman, David Meeks, Todd Metcalf, Andrew Miller, Daniel O'Riordan, Brad Pauquette and Cynthia Rosi will lead you on an unforgettable journey amongst real Central Ohio landmarks and places like The Ohio State University, Northstar Cafe, Goodale Park and the famous topiary gardens.
The bizarre, witty, intriguing stories of Across Town are a unique collection that you won't soon forget.
179 pages, Paperback
First published December 11, 2011
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July 9, 2023
"A Good Day for a Walk" by Amy S. Dalrymple 3.5*
"Killer" by Daniel O'Riordan 3*
"Hidden Brilliance" by Gabrielle Gold 3*
"Near Miss" Cynthia Rosi 4*
"Suicide Guys" William J. Hallal 3.5*
"A Fish Story" byBrendan Layman 3*
"The Roots of Madness" by David Meeks 3*
"Kweezi and Leek Go Shopping" Todd Metcalf 4*
"Broken" byAndrew Miller 4*
"Old, Young Men" by Justin N. Hanson 3*
"Where's Jacob" by John P. Deever 3.5*
"Self Sufficient" by Brad Pauquette 3.5*
"Killer" by Daniel O'Riordan 3*
"Hidden Brilliance" by Gabrielle Gold 3*
"Near Miss" Cynthia Rosi 4*
"Suicide Guys" William J. Hallal 3.5*
"A Fish Story" byBrendan Layman 3*
"The Roots of Madness" by David Meeks 3*
"Kweezi and Leek Go Shopping" Todd Metcalf 4*
"Broken" byAndrew Miller 4*
"Old, Young Men" by Justin N. Hanson 3*
"Where's Jacob" by John P. Deever 3.5*
"Self Sufficient" by Brad Pauquette 3.5*
January 28, 2014
Thais should really be a 3 1/2.
As a Cowtowoner, formerly very involved in the Columbus writing community, I wanted to like this book more than I did. All of the stories are pretty well written (some well written), but I didn't find much engaging about most of them. Maybe it just verifies that Columbus is boring. I did enjoy, though, Kweezi and Leek Go Shopping (see what happens when "children's rights goes to far!), Old, Young, Men, and Self-Fulfillment. Suicide Guys isi also pretty interesting.
There is a whole series of Columbus writer anthologies published by Columbus Creative and I intend to read more. Despite my critique, I'm glad these are coming out and expect good work as time goes by. And it certainly is a boost to see one's writing in real print (not on the 'net.)
As a Cowtowoner, formerly very involved in the Columbus writing community, I wanted to like this book more than I did. All of the stories are pretty well written (some well written), but I didn't find much engaging about most of them. Maybe it just verifies that Columbus is boring. I did enjoy, though, Kweezi and Leek Go Shopping (see what happens when "children's rights goes to far!), Old, Young, Men, and Self-Fulfillment. Suicide Guys isi also pretty interesting.
There is a whole series of Columbus writer anthologies published by Columbus Creative and I intend to read more. Despite my critique, I'm glad these are coming out and expect good work as time goes by. And it certainly is a boost to see one's writing in real print (not on the 'net.)
August 3, 2016
Fiction centered in Columbus Ohio -- check it out! (Hope you like my contribution, "Where's Jacob?")
December 15, 2011
Love this book. A lot of new faces for CCC. More stories and more variety than ever before.
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