The Slow Fix

Name: The Slow Fix
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781551522470
Price: 34.99 NZD
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By Ivan Coyote

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Summary

The Slow Fix by Ivan Coyote presents a collection of stories that explore human connections, identity, and the idea that fixing life's complex problems takes time and patience. Through a series of insightful narratives, the author offers poignant reflections on the nuances of everyday life and the power of community and understanding. This book delves into the intricacies of relationships and personal growth, revealing the beauty found in the gradual process of change.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy poignant and insightful stories that explore themes of identity, family, and community. Ivan Coyote's storytelling is renowned for its warmth and authenticity, often bringing to life the experiences of overlooked and misunderstood characters. If you appreciate narratives filled with emotional depth and a distinctive voice, you'll likely find this a rewarding read.

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Lesbian storyteller Ivan E. Coyote's first three collections were insightful, deeply personal stories about gender, identity, and community. With The Slow Fix

Description

A short story collection from one of Canada's most acclaimed storytellers, which subverts pre-conceived notions of gender roles.

In By Any Other Name, Ivan gets into some serious male bonding with her Uncle Rob. In The Curse?, a cousin's stepdaughter helps Ivan get over her lifelong dread of buying tampons. In the title story, The Slow Fix, she does her best to fix what's wrong in the world by telling the homophobe in the barber's seat next to her to shut up.

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The Slow Fix by Ivan Coyote features stories praised for being both elegant and homespun, combining lightness with piercing insights. The author's skilled storytelling manages to simultaneously unsettle and reassure readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781551522470

Publisher: Arsenal Pulp Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 November 2008

Country: Canada

Imprint: Arsenal Pulp Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 206g

Pages: 152

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Fiction General Fiction Ivan Coyote Literary Fiction

About the Author

Ivan E. Coyote is originally from the Yukon, and now lives in Vancouver. They are the author of numerous story and essay collections and the award-winning novel, Bow Grip.

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