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I’m always smiling when I write… aware that mortals make plans and the gods laugh! 

A wonderfully curated collection of over one hundred, micro-short stories written by men and women being held in county jails. Plus, inside the jail photos and amazing illustrations from currently and formerly incarcerated artists.

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A wonderfully curated collection of over one hundred, micro-short stories written by men and women being held in county jails. Plus, inside the jail photos and amazing illustrations from currently and formerly incarcerated artists.

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“The writing bursts contain multiple allusions to racism, commentary about the ways crime gets punished in America and observations on how poverty and privilege dictate life trajectories. But when the writings are read, the words became a heartfelt and oft tearful reflection of hope.”

An inner-city funeral home is the last stop for a destitute, unclaimed female murder victim and a failed comedian who inexplicably feels compelled to tell her story.

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 An inner-city funeral home is the last stop for a destitute, unclaimed female murder victim and a failed comedian who inexplicably feels compelled to tell her story.

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“An exclusive peek into the obsessive compulsion that drive comedians to make strangers laugh under some of the darkest and most unusual circumstances. A hilarious story with heart felt honesty that reveals the best kind of comedy is always rooted somewhere in tragedy. Highly recommended!”

— Jim Gaffigan / Actor, Comedian, Best Selling Author of Dad is Fat and Food, A Love Story

Five stars

Against the backdrop of a blustery Minnesota winter, lottery players hold their collective breath at the thought of winning big . The BlizzzardBall jackpot has run up to a red-hot $1.75 billion, the world’s richest prize. The ‘stuff of dreams’ becomes a deadly game.

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Against the backdrop of a blustery Minnesota winter, lottery players hold their collective breath at the thought of winning big . The BlizzzardBall jackpot has run up to a red-hot $1.75 billion, the world’s richest prize. The ‘stuff of dreams’ becomes a deadly game.

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“A high-stakes giveaway with real-life insights. Kelly knows how to get your attention.”

— Minnesota Monthly