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Monterey Shorts 2: More on the Line, by the Fiction Writers of the Monterey Peninsula, with Foreword by Joyce Kreig

Now in bookstores and available online!

Praise for Monterey Shorts 2:

“Monterey Shorts 2 is a truly engaging collection of short stories written by authors of talent, perception and wit. This fine selection skillfully illustrates the inevitable tidal influence of place in our perceptions, dreams and creations. I eagerly look forward to further editions. Such efforts are worthy of tradition and preservation. I applaud all who took a hand in its realization.” —Thomas Steinbeck

What's new at FWOMP Fall 2006?
An Interview with Neil Gaiman You'd be hard pressed to find a modern day writer who's influenced the literary world more than Neil Gaiman. His *Sandman Chronicles* rocked the comic book world, and Stephen King has said that "He is a treasure house of story, and we are lucky to have him in any medium." Check out FWOMP's interview with Neil Gaiman here.
	Anansi Boys Author Neil Gaiman returns to mythology with a tip-o-the-hat to the Trickster God. See FWOMP's review here.
	The Shadow at the Bottom of the World by Thomas Ligotti Thomas Ligotti's cornucopia of nightmares may not be for every reader, but there is no denying its potency or craft. Accompany Chris Kemp for a heart-stopping excursion through Ligotti's shadowy world. The tour starts here.
	The Owl & Moon Cafe by Jo-Ann Mapson A women's novel that's for women ...and smart men. Check out the review here.
	Jo-Ann Mapson Interview Jo-Ann Mapson produces high-quality work surrounding incredibly multi-faceted characters. FWOMP caught up with this wonderful author and you can see what she has to say about her writing life here.
	Is Some Like It Haute multi-generational fiction? Tripping through Paris during Fashion Week has moments of tragi-comedy, of mystery and romance for a reporter covering the story. And TV cameras are on location as well! Read our review of Julie K. L. Dam's new novel.
	Joshilyn Jackson Interview A southern writer with a keen sense of place, author Joshilyn Jackson talks about her writings with FWOMP's Byron Merritt. See the interview here.
	The Betrayed Readers may feel "Betrayed" for spending money on David Hosp's newest novel. Find out what FWOMP reviewer Byron Merritt thinks.
	How real are those contestants on reality TV shows? What if you could "get behind the eyeballs" of the participants? What does jumping through all those hoops do for their private lives? Carolyn Parkhurst's novel Lost and Found tries to answer these questions. Find out how we think she succeeded. Read Byron's review of the 5-CD Set Read Frances' review of the hardback edition
	Family Feud... Whether you’re a fan of the Montagues and the Capulets, or the Hatfields and McCoys, you’ll no doubt be familiar with the familial battles that abound in Joshilyn Jackson’s new novel, Between, Georgia. Find out why Byron is glad he visited Between, Georgia
	ForeWord Magazine announces its Book of the Year finalists for 2005 Monterey Shorts 2: More on the Line has been selected as a finalist in the Anthologies category in ForeWord Magazine's Book of the Year awards.
Read Blogs from FWOMP writers Chris Kemp's The Blog That Will Not Die Byron Merritt's Film Review Stew and The Fanatical Blogger Frances Rossi's Views From Amid The Pines Catch a FWOMP photo show!
	*Monterey Shorts 2 has placed as finalist in the* USA BookNews.com Best Books 2005 Awards! See the entire listing of winners and finalists! Winners and finalists at USA BookNews.com
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