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Broken River Review #1

Broken River Review #1

PoetryEssaysLiterary Fiction
Pages
52
Published
2018
Language
English

Synopsis

This debut issue of the literary journal features hard-boiled fiction and sharp poetry from established voices like James Sallis and Nick Mamatas. It focuses on the gritty realities of the American landscape, blending noir sensibilities with experimental prose. Readers will find a collection of short works that explore the darker corners of human nature and urban life.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

IntellectualReflectiveAtmosphericThought-Provoking
Morally GreyMultiple POVs

Genres

Essays Literary Fiction Poetry

Authors

J
James Sallis

American crime writer, poet, science fiction writer, and biographer who wrote a series of novels featuring the detective character Lew Griffin set in New Orleans, and the 2005 novel Drive, which was adapted into a 2011 film of the same name.

N
Nick Mamatas

Nick Mamatas writes and edits a range of dark fiction, often exploring horror and speculative themes. You might know his work from collections like Echoes: The Saga Anthology of Ghost Stories or Lovecraft's Monsters. He's also the author of Whispers from the Abyss and Shadows Over Main Street.

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