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Feeling very strange

Feeling very strange

the Slipstream anthology
FantasyLiterary Fiction
Pages
288
Published
2006
Language
English

Synopsis

This collection of short stories exists in the strange space between science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction. The authors included here twist everyday reality into something new and unsettling. These tales defy easy genre labels and play with the boundaries of what is real. It's a perfect introduction to the weird and wonderful world of slipstream fiction.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

Thought-ProvokingComplexWhimsicalDark
Multiple POVs

Genres

Fantasy Literary Fiction Science Fiction Magical Realism

Authors

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James Patrick Kelly

James Patrick Kelly writes science fiction, with stories often appearing in Clarkesworld Magazine, including issues 143 and 87. His work is also collected in volumes like Clarkesworld: Year Seven, Feeling Very Strange, and Digital Rapture.

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John Kessel

John Kessel is a science fiction and fantasy writer who has edited several major anthologies, including The Year’s Best Science Fiction & Fantasy, 2021 Edition. His short fiction frequently appears in Clarkesworld and is collected in books like American Apocalypse.

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Michael Chabon

Michael Chabon is an American author. Chabon's first novel, The Mysteries of Pittsburgh (1988), was published when he was 25. He followed it with a second novel, Wonder Boys (1995), and two short-story collections. In 2000, Chabon published The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, a novel that John Leonard, in a 2007 review of a later novel, called Chabon's magnum opus. It received the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2001. His novel The Yiddish Policemen's Union, an alternate history...

Frequently asked questions

  • What is slipstream fiction?

    Slipstream fiction blurs the lines between science fiction, fantasy, and literary fiction, often exploring the surreal and unsettling aspects of reality without adhering to strict genre conventions. This collection serves as a foundational text for understanding the movement, showcasing its diverse approaches to storytelling.

  • How does this collection relate to the authors' other works?

    This anthology highlights a specific facet of each author's work, focusing on their contributions to the slipstream genre, which might differ from their more widely known science fiction or fantasy novels. It offers a unique perspective on their versatility and willingness to experiment with form and theme.

  • Does this book contain previously published stories?

    The collection features a mix of original stories and previously published works from the contributing authors, curated to exemplify the slipstream aesthetic. Readers familiar with the authors' individual oeuvres may recognize some pieces while discovering new ones.