Sorry for not posting much lately. I've had some pending matters that have required my undivided attention but not so much so it stopped me from reading Courting the Bull - An anthology of expatriate literature in Spain.
For anyone interested in what Spanish life is like, I recommend buying this book. Plus, you'll be supporting your fellow expats. Broken down into three sections, the first is a collection of essays describing different experiences and the reasons the writers chose Spain as their adoptive home.
Next comes some short stories with Mediterranean Lady Seeks A Friend, a noir-ish tale of scams before the euro being my favorite. I just wish it were a bit longer. Hector a tale of a working-joe is another standout. But they're all entertaining and offer a diverse view-point.
Finally, there's some poetry. I have to admit, I'm not a big fan which speaks more for me than the art form, but I found myself pleasantly surprised by how the writers were able to capture Spain and the life here.
So there you have it. Buy the book.
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Thanks for your kind comments on my story - Mediterranean Lady Seeks A Friend - would you believe it was originally longer but I edited down for a competition (for their specified word count) but I was mistaken about the deadline and so missed it and submitted to the anthology instead.
Oh that's fabulous Rob! How exciting!
Well Done . . . Rob., you see this it what happens, some things take so long to filter through, it is like a female having a baby, The Effort, The Worry and them The Result. Also, always leave them wanting a little more.
Thanks folks, (sorry not trying to take this blog over!)
Hey Rob - Glad you liked the comments. Would love to read the extended version one day. Congrats again on the great story
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