Life Seemed Good, But.... A Collection of Short Quirky Stories
By Richard Bell
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Introducing Life Seemed Good, But.... A collection of surreal and hilarious short stories. Prepare to embark on a delightful journey through the realm of absurdity, where laughter knows no bounds and reality takes a backseat. Life Seemed Good, But.... is a captivating anthology featuring a series of short, funny, and surreal tales that will tickle your funny-bone and ignite your imagination.
Within the pages of this book, you will encounter a host of unforgettable characters, from talking animals with peculiar habits to eccentric individuals who defy all norms. Each story is a rollercoaster ride of unexpected twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering what hilarity awaits you on the next page.
Immerse yourself in a world where reality is optional, where everyday objects come to life and engage in mischievous antics, and where the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. These stories will transport you to a realm where anything is possible, and where laughter is the language that unites us all.
Whether you're in need of a good chuckle, a break from reality, or a dose of pure whimsy, Life Seemed Good, But.... is the perfect companion. The author's clever wit and mastery of the surreal will leave you grinning and pondering the beautiful absurdity of life. Don't miss out on this enchanting collection of stories that will brighten your day and leave you wanting more. Grab your copy of Life Seemed Good, But.... today and get ready to embark on a side-splitting adventure you won't soon forget!
This book is dedicated to all those who supported someone suffering with cancer or any serious illness with the premise that laughter is good medicine. Some of the stories come from Bell’s magazine column entitled Modern Fables previously published in Wassup Local Magazine (Lake County, IL). He began writing as therapy in 2004 when he was laid off from his job shortly after his wife got leukemia.
Richard Bell
Richard Bell teaches Early American history at the University of Maryland. He has received several teaching prizes and major research fellowships including the National Endowment for the Humanities Public Scholar Award. His first book, We Shall Be No More: Suicide and Self-Government in the Newly United States, was published in 2012. He is also the author of Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and Their Astonishing Odyssey Home.
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Get out the aluminum foil hats and close all the doors and windows. This book needs to be read slowly; each story is a meal and you don't want to get an upset tummy.