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Maybe It's Not Too Late is a vibrant collection of short stories that delve into the raw, messy beauty of human connection, redemption, and the choices that define us. From the heartbreak of a couple grappling with loss in The Rosebush to the surreal escapades of a Jamaican alien tour in Jamaican Johnny's Alien Adventure Tour, these tales weave together flawed characters chasing hope in unexpected places. A young boy finds solace in tennis amidst his father's struggles in Circus Sam, while a shady writer uncovers secrets in a clandestine organization in Lanky Jenny. In Blonde Blind, a wealthy…mehr

Produktbeschreibung
Maybe It's Not Too Late is a vibrant collection of short stories that delve into the raw, messy beauty of human connection, redemption, and the choices that define us. From the heartbreak of a couple grappling with loss in The Rosebush to the surreal escapades of a Jamaican alien tour in Jamaican Johnny's Alien Adventure Tour, these tales weave together flawed characters chasing hope in unexpected places. A young boy finds solace in tennis amidst his father's struggles in Circus Sam, while a shady writer uncovers secrets in a clandestine organization in Lanky Jenny. In Blonde Blind, a wealthy man's infatuation with a waitress unravels a web of deception, and Baby Can't Fly explores a musician's desperate attempt to reclaim love over greed. With vivid prose and unforgettable characters, Maybe It's Not Too Late captures the highs and lows of human experience-love lost in a barroom, trust betrayed in a horse-racing scam, and transformation sparked by a mysterious antique mirror. Each story stands alone yet resonates with universal themes of second chances and the courage to change. Perfect for fans of literary fiction and short story collections like Olive Kitteridge or Tenth of December, this debut invites readers to reflect on the moments that shape us and the hope that it's never too late to start anew. Dive into these poignant, eclectic narratives and discover the power of resilience and redemption.
Autorenporträt
South African-born author and singer-songwriter Luke Beling grew up immersed in the music of the 1960s and 1970s, influenced by the records his father played and the struggles of his native country. As a twenty-something, Beling developed a deep appreciation for subversive literature, particularly fiction that defended the outcast and celebrated the resilience of the human spirit. Beling believes that art should capture both the wonder and the hard work of life. Inspired by his travels around the world, Beling's songs and stories aim to convey profound truths and insights.