From the “Los Angeles Times” Book Prize-winning author of “Assorted Fire Events” comes an extraordinary story collection.

Readers familiar with David Means' electrifying work in the Los Angeles Times Book Prize — winning Assorted Fire Events will recognize his extraordinary vision in The Secret Goldfish. A trio of erotically charged kids goes on a crime spree in Michigan; a goldfish bears witness to the demise of a Connecticut marriage; and an extremely unlucky man is stalked by lightning. This dazzling new collection reveals Means' rare talent for the short story and establishes his place among the American masters.