I Thought There Would Be More: A Year of Very Short Stories

Over the course of a year, Paul Busst wrote a very short story every day based on a set of self-defined rules. From the traditional to the surreal, this collection of 365 bitesize stories will enthral readers of all tastes. Dip in and out of evocative landscapes and intriguing lives replete with endless possibilities. These compelling mini tales chronicle contemporary themes which are, at times, lyrical, resonant, unsettling, comical, claustrophobic, meditative, horrific, sensitive, enigmatic, provocative, supernatural, tender, confessional, absurd and joyful. Each story is accompanied by the authors notes, providing further insight into the playful, perceptive and poignant nature of his short-form fiction. Drawing heavily on a range of cultural references and in particular, musical influences, the author has also curated a comprehensive Spotify playlist as a companion piece to this volume of collected stories. Read, listen, enjoy!