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Debris & Detritus, The Lesser Greek Gods Running Amok
“Debris and Detritus, the lesser-known Greek gods…” *
These words launched over a dozen alternate realities and histories, invaded existing universes, and even inspired a book or two—with Debris and Detritus running amok through every world they touch.
With nothing else to go on, writers from various genres created deities that might or might not actually be Greek, might or might not be of any particular gender, might or might not be of this Earth—but they always wreak havoc in ways that range from darkly horrific to brightly comedic.
Join in the fun, but be forewarned about reading at night. Some of these compulsively readable tales will give you nightmares, while others will have you startling the parakeet by hooting with laughter.
Debris & Detritus—Unpredictable, Unbelievable, Un-put-down-able
*Writer Rhonda Eudaly cannot be held responsible for the results of those blithely spoken words. Editor Patricia Burroughs, however, might.
These words launched over a dozen alternate realities and histories, invaded existing universes, and even inspired a book or two—with Debris and Detritus running amok through every world they touch.
With nothing else to go on, writers from various genres created deities that might or might not actually be Greek, might or might not be of any particular gender, might or might not be of this Earth—but they always wreak havoc in ways that range from darkly horrific to brightly comedic.
Join in the fun, but be forewarned about reading at night. Some of these compulsively readable tales will give you nightmares, while others will have you startling the parakeet by hooting with laughter.
Debris & Detritus—Unpredictable, Unbelievable, Un-put-down-able
*Writer Rhonda Eudaly cannot be held responsible for the results of those blithely spoken words. Editor Patricia Burroughs, however, might.
320 pages, Paperback
First published February 14, 2017
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Patricia Burroughs
19 books256 followersI love to check out your [yes, your] ratings and comments about the books I love, the books I hate, the books I am not sure I want to read and am trying to decide, and books I'm not sure that I've read before and am skimming your comments to see if they shake a memory loose. But the best is when I can wallow in your love for the books I love and your annoyance for the books that annoy me. Best ever.
I avoid spoilers of any kind so a lot of times I read the first sentence you wrote, think "oh yeah, that is something I want to investigate and/or read!!!" and don't read another word you wrote because I don't want to know the details.
As for me, the analysis and time it takes for me to come up with a real review is beyond calculation. My brain doesn't work that way. I have weird learning disabilities that make it hard to think that way and do that kind of writing while, on the other hand, I love writing fiction and that's my work so yeah, don't spend time writing reviews.
So when I write my thoughts down about a book they are totally subjective and often more about my experience of reading the book than the book itself. I don't want to write spoilers and so I keep my comments broad most of the time.
But I love Goodreads because it's a great big book club where we can all find like-minded readers who enjoy what we enjoy and whose recommendations send us off the new discoveries. So that's why I'm here!
And now, the official bio:
Award-winning screenwriter and bestselling novelist Patricia Burroughs—Pooks—began her writing career in romance with five published novels. She received nominations and recognition from RT Reviews and was a Finalist for Romance Writers of America's RITA.
For a time, Pooks was lured away from her novels to pursue a career in screenwriting, where her story-telling gift again won her recognition in the form of a Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
However, one day she woke up with a new story rooting itself into her heart, a story that couldn't be told in a script but needed many more pages to spread out, flex its muscles and take wing. She returned to novels to write the epic fantasy trilogy that begins with This Crumbling Pageant.
Pooks loves dogs, books, movies, and football. A lifelong Anglophile, she treasures her frequent travels in the British Isles doing research for The Fury Triad. She and her high school sweetheart husband are living happily ever after in their hometown of Dallas, Texas.
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Find out more about The Fury Triad, Patricia's new fantasy trilogy, at http://furytriad.com.
Want to join Team Fury and help promote these books while getting insider info and extras? Drop Patricia a line at planetpooks at gmail dot com and see if there is space in the group!
I avoid spoilers of any kind so a lot of times I read the first sentence you wrote, think "oh yeah, that is something I want to investigate and/or read!!!" and don't read another word you wrote because I don't want to know the details.
As for me, the analysis and time it takes for me to come up with a real review is beyond calculation. My brain doesn't work that way. I have weird learning disabilities that make it hard to think that way and do that kind of writing while, on the other hand, I love writing fiction and that's my work so yeah, don't spend time writing reviews.
So when I write my thoughts down about a book they are totally subjective and often more about my experience of reading the book than the book itself. I don't want to write spoilers and so I keep my comments broad most of the time.
But I love Goodreads because it's a great big book club where we can all find like-minded readers who enjoy what we enjoy and whose recommendations send us off the new discoveries. So that's why I'm here!
And now, the official bio:
Award-winning screenwriter and bestselling novelist Patricia Burroughs—Pooks—began her writing career in romance with five published novels. She received nominations and recognition from RT Reviews and was a Finalist for Romance Writers of America's RITA.
For a time, Pooks was lured away from her novels to pursue a career in screenwriting, where her story-telling gift again won her recognition in the form of a Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
However, one day she woke up with a new story rooting itself into her heart, a story that couldn't be told in a script but needed many more pages to spread out, flex its muscles and take wing. She returned to novels to write the epic fantasy trilogy that begins with This Crumbling Pageant.
Pooks loves dogs, books, movies, and football. A lifelong Anglophile, she treasures her frequent travels in the British Isles doing research for The Fury Triad. She and her high school sweetheart husband are living happily ever after in their hometown of Dallas, Texas.
~oOo~
Find out more about The Fury Triad, Patricia's new fantasy trilogy, at http://furytriad.com.
Want to join Team Fury and help promote these books while getting insider info and extras? Drop Patricia a line at planetpooks at gmail dot com and see if there is space in the group!
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February 16, 2017
This was such a treat to read! Mayhem and fun at every turn. Each author had a different take on Debris and Detritus, the lesser Greek Gods running amok. As they morphed from story to story, I found myself laughing, enraptured, and thoroughly entertained by their antics. A must-read to escape this crazy world we live in.
February 9, 2017
Loved the stories and the imaginative use of Greek legend. A must read for short story lovers.
February 20, 2017
The perfect book for short story readers. It's fun to read how each author portrays the Greek Gods, Debris and Detritus.
I think many of these could be expanded into a longer book. I wanted to keep reading!!
I think many of these could be expanded into a longer book. I wanted to keep reading!!
March 27, 2017
How very much I wish I could give this anthology a ten-star rating. It is just that brilliant. A+++++++++++++++
When I first learned about it on the editor's blog I wondered what is so unusual about Greek gods running amuck. I mean, isn't what they are always doing in all the stories? I was captivated by the idea so much that I actually <<>>> pre-ordered it. There are very few authors for whom I will go that far out on a limb.
Every story is extremely well-written and enchanting. This is really good prose and now I have to explore the Internet for every single one of these writers and start following them. It is a sublime collection of stories. Oh, dear, I just don't have the adjectives.
If you like science-fiction and/or fantasy, you will like this. If you want to have fun while you read and you enjoy guffawing your head off, you will like this. If you appreciate the craft of writing a short story, you will like this.
Honestly, I can't say too many wonderful things about it.
When I first learned about it on the editor's blog I wondered what is so unusual about Greek gods running amuck. I mean, isn't what they are always doing in all the stories? I was captivated by the idea so much that I actually <<>>> pre-ordered it. There are very few authors for whom I will go that far out on a limb.
Every story is extremely well-written and enchanting. This is really good prose and now I have to explore the Internet for every single one of these writers and start following them. It is a sublime collection of stories. Oh, dear, I just don't have the adjectives.
If you like science-fiction and/or fantasy, you will like this. If you want to have fun while you read and you enjoy guffawing your head off, you will like this. If you appreciate the craft of writing a short story, you will like this.
Honestly, I can't say too many wonderful things about it.
February 24, 2017
The premise of this book is that the lesser known minor Greek gods Debris and Detritus appear in EACH story but you never know in what role. (Actually, this is what makes this particular themed anthology so fun!) Sometimes as two guys, sometimes as two gals, etc.
The stories range in length from flash fiction size to normal short story length.
What is more, it all started with Rhonda Eudaly's story during a 2015 reading at ConDFW. I really liked Rhonda's story the first time I heard it. I also really liked Mark Finn's story.
The other stories in this anthology were new to me, as were most of the authors. I was thrilled that Robin D. Owens had a Celta story, though. (I've read all of the Celta stories and can't wait to read the next one. This is a paranormal/hard sf romance series on the planet Celta, settled by large ships from Earth many years ago.)
I've read a number of themed anthologies by this point but this one was unique in my experience (having the two lead characters in each story).
I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy/urban fantasy/humor, etc.!!
The stories range in length from flash fiction size to normal short story length.
What is more, it all started with Rhonda Eudaly's story during a 2015 reading at ConDFW. I really liked Rhonda's story the first time I heard it. I also really liked Mark Finn's story.
The other stories in this anthology were new to me, as were most of the authors. I was thrilled that Robin D. Owens had a Celta story, though. (I've read all of the Celta stories and can't wait to read the next one. This is a paranormal/hard sf romance series on the planet Celta, settled by large ships from Earth many years ago.)
I've read a number of themed anthologies by this point but this one was unique in my experience (having the two lead characters in each story).
I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy/urban fantasy/humor, etc.!!
February 16, 2017
Fun collection of short stories focused on Lesser Greek Gods Debris and Detritus. I enjoyed the different writing styles of the authors and the connected thread of the two characters that had been imagined in so many different ways. Like most anthologies there are stories that I liked better than others (Shabby Chic and HeartStones were my favorites) and one or two that I wasn't fond of but overall this was an enjoyable read.
* I received a copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
* I received a copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
January 6, 2018
I edited it. I hand-picked every writer, every story, and thus I love it and give it five stars. Yes, I am biased. Read other reviews to find an unbiased reaction!
Want to see story samples? Go here and you'll find the beginning of each story. Let me know what you think!
http://furytriad.com/debris-detritus-...
Reviews are showing up everywhere and it's such a kick knowing that other people are as entertained by this collection as I was when I gathered it in!
Want to see story samples? Go here and you'll find the beginning of each story. Let me know what you think!
http://furytriad.com/debris-detritus-...
Reviews are showing up everywhere and it's such a kick knowing that other people are as entertained by this collection as I was when I gathered it in!
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