Creative Differences and Other Stories
- Paperback
176 pages
- Release Date
10 January 2023
Summary
A selection of short fiction accompanies this warm, funny novella by the bestselling author of the Rosie series.
If not for money, then maybe for love.
Three years ago, Emily was a struggling literary author when she met Scott, a struggling screenwriter. Combining her elegant writing with his gripping story, the pair crafted a novel that became an international bestseller—and fell in love along the way.
Now her latest manuscript is stuck, his solo novel has flopped, an…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781922790149 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1922790141 |
| Author: | Graeme Simsion |
| Publisher: | Text Publishing |
| Imprint: | The Text Publishing Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 176 |
| Release Date: | 10 January 2023 |
| Weight: | 389g |
| Dimensions: | 20mm x 155mm x 235mm |
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Critics Review
‘These short, sharp stories reveal the best of Simsion: curious, interested in the world and with a whimsical ability to report his findings…Entertaining and instructive.’ * Helen Elliott, Age *
‘A droll and insightful study of partnerships—in love, in writing, in work—and creativity.’ * Mindful Puzzle *
‘Simsion is a master raconteur.’ * ArtsHub *
‘A varied selection, held together by the author’s unique voice and his ability to make something special from the slimmest of experiences. The author’s introduction is not to be missed either.’ * Herald Sun *
‘A memorable, convincing, affecting tale of midlife panic.’ * Age on THREE ENCOUNTERS WITH THE PHYSICAL *
‘…a direct O. Henry descendant, shocking and satisfying.’ * Sydney Morning Herald on A CONFESSION IN THREE PARTS *
‘High on my list of the best short stories I have ever read.’ * ArtsHub on LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY *
‘You must read it, especially if you know M.F.K Fisher…the nuanced despair and delight of travel is gauged with aplomb.’ * Sydney Morning Herald on HEARTBREAK HOTEL *
Graeme Simsion
Graeme Simsion’s books, including the Rosie Project trilogy, The Best of Adam Sharp, and the Two Steps Camino novels written with Anne Buist, have sold over seven million copies in more than forty languages, making him one of Australia’s most successful novelists.
A novella, published with several of his short stories as Creative Difference and Other Stories, has (along with all of his novels as at 2026) been optioned for the screen.
Recognition includes the Victorian Premier’s Award for an Unpublished Manuscript, ABIA Fiction Book of the Year and Overall Book of the Year, and longlisting for the International Dublin IMPAC Literary Award.
His practical guide to writing, The Novel Project, has drawn praise from novice and experienced authors alike.
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