Tracy Fells was the 2017 Regional Winner (Europe and Canada) for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize. Her short fiction has been widely published in print journals and online, including Granta and Brittle Star. She has been shortlisted for the Bridport and Fish Fiction prizes. She is a regular reader for several international story competitions and leads writing workshops on short fiction. Tracy also writes novels and was a finalist in the 2018 Richard & Judy ‘Search for a Bestseller’ competition. Her debut novella-in-flash Hairy On The Inside (published by Ad Hoc Fiction, 2021) was shortlisted for the 2022 Saboteur and International Rubery Book Awards. She tweets as @theliterarypig. Her website is www.tracyfells.com.

*"The depth and scope of these beautifully crafted stories is a delight. The writing is totally immersive and never misses a beat. These stories transport us to a myriad of places, and whether we find ourselves in the heat and dust of the Outback, in suburban Britain or Mexico City, Fells’ fictional worlds always feel real. This is a writer who understands our mortal frailties, and has a deep understanding of the complexities of the human condition. Her stories are crammed with diverse characters and unforgettable journeys, stuffed with monsters and myths, humour and playfulness – and brimming with surprises. These are tales to be savoured, and they will stay with the reader long after the last line. A wonderful collection, sprinkled with magic – I loved it!" *- Amanda Huggins, author of An Unfamiliar Landscape and talk to me about when we were perfect