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In Absence

Laura Diaz de Arce

Publisher: Next Chapter

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Summary

In Absence is the fresh and frightening short story collection by Laura Diaz de Arce.
 
Enjoy tales of shape-shifting nature beasts, an affectionate giant squid, an ancient Greek drama on the subway, a Sinatra-loving were-goat, take a trip to a museum in Hell, and more.
 
What brings together this eclectic work that spans genres, tone, and voice is the exploration of the varying shades of grief. Like MONSTROSITY: Tales of Transformation, readers are sure to find works that pull at their heartstrings while still delivering on gore and body horror.
Available since: 08/15/2022.
Print length: 190 pages.

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