We Regret to Inform You: Stories

By Tim Fredrick

A boy strives to become a world record holder.
A man wakes from cryosleep to learn he has months to live.
A catnip toy seeks affection from a cat.
A father turns to stone.

Writing in varied voices and pulling from different genres, from science fiction to fantasy to absurdism, Tim Fredrick explores male relationships with insight and humor. The ch

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tim Fredrick
• Release date: Mar 31, 2015
• ISBN: 9780692375525

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