Drift: Collected Short Stories

by Rebecca Renner

Rebecca Renner's debut collection of high octane literary fiction includes 8 stories:
- "Drift," A truck driver unwillingly helps cover up a toxic spill outside Daytona Beach.
- "Everything's New," a pair of hurricane Katrina evacuees deals with friction from their interracial marriage.
- "The Rescue Club," Shipwreck victims find themselves changed after reliving their trauma.
- "Elizabeth, Elizabeth," The husband of a mentally ill woman comes to terms with a difficult choice regarding her treatment.
- "Sweet Water," An unlovable Texan woman tries to woo a local invalid by teaching him how to swim.
- "The Nonquitt Key," A do-nothing celebrity discovers his parents' infidelity and just can't deal with it.
- "Ekundayo," A senator's son gets wrapped up in violence in Africa.
- "Cathode Ray Gods," A novella set in a violent future, "Cathode Ray Gods," depicts the personal toll fighters endure to be famous. Is fame worth it?

96 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 2, 2016

About the author

Rebecca Renner was born in Gainesville, FL. She writes mostly for National Geographic, but her other work has appeared in The New York Times, the Paris Review, the Atlantic, Tin House, and more. Her highly anticipated first book Gator Country will be published by Flatiron Books in November of 2023.

Contact publicity@flatironbooks.com for booking.

Reviews

[Donald Kirby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rebecca has a great imagination for writing. These short stories give you that glimpse into her life. My favorites were the first one and the last two. I let my Amazon Echo read it to me so that I could finish it in one day. I probably could have finished it without the benefit of it, but I. love listening. Rebecca Renner did a great job. :-)

[Md.Sifatul Islam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Five Patients is the debut novel by Melissa Crickard, a physician. Rick Bryant is a tough doctor steamy and changes as the book goes on. The female characters as always these days kick some butt.

[Roland Bailey · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is a lot of variety here. My favorite stories are the first and last ones.

[Hiruni Peshala · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm ready to read Rebecca's novel now!

[Khadija Akter · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has everything! Celebrities, boxing matches, dystopia, and heartache...

[Rathin Madhu · Rating 5 out of 5]

Strange and messy in the best way.

[Dk Singh · Rating 5 out of 5]

A meditation on popularity and the fickleness of fame.

[Nasrin Fatema · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much heart in this little book

[Sayan Roy · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite book I've read this month.

[Dwee Andrea Nugraha · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think there might be a typo or two, but I still loved it.

[Zohaib Shakeel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm looking forward to reading way more books from her.

[Walter Obrayo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't wait for her novel. When is it coming out?

[Rayan Rahman · Rating 5 out of 5]

lovely, striking, makes you think.

[Anis Mahat · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm excited she's finally getting a chance. Jealous of her agent!

[Edza Dil · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where can I read her next book?

[Bappa Bhakta · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm already such a fan. She's funny on Twitter!

[Duke Bane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sometimes talent goes unrecognized. That's what happened with her until now.

[Tushar · Rating 5 out of 5]

These go from creepy to funny. Lots of range.

[Dibik Tip Top · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rebecca is a hidden gem. I hope she doesn't stay hidden too long.

[Mahamud Hridoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is this self published? It is very good

[Sultana Razia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm so enjoying cheering her on. Great book!

[Susmita Ghosh · Rating 5 out of 5]

weird, smart, outstanding, entertaining, wow!

[Technician Roshan · Rating 5 out of 5]

So imaginative. I can't choose a favorite.

[Asm Emran · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm seeing big things in the future...

[Adam Gabrain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet Water is like a modern Flannery O'Connor story.

[Sakhawat Sojib · Rating 5 out of 5]

She's the next big writer, I'd put money on it.

[Nick Ahebwa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rebecca Renner is set to be the best writer in Florida if she isn't already

[Kritika22 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know why but Cathode Ray Gods makes me think of Philip K. Dick.

[Lutfur Rahaman · Rating 5 out of 5]

She's such a good writer! I can't wait to see more!

[Bibek Kharel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I hope she comes out with another collection soon.