Now available for pre-order! Cul de Sac Stories by Tamara Kaye Sellman

C O V E R R E V E A L !

[scroll to bottom for a brand-new BOOK TRAILER!]

Cul de Sac Stories by Tamara Kaye Sellman
(Aqueduct Press, Seattle WA)

Cul de Sac Stories questions what we think about life in the suburbs through the perspectives of female characters navigating in a patriarchal world, a space where war, crime, religion, even romance can make seductive promises we might be better off refusing.

This collection of speculative stories dips into the dark, undusted corners of mostly familiar spaces: suburban neighborhoods, beloved local pubs, gas stations at the edge of town, the county fair, front porches, and the upstairs hallways of single family homes.

You’ll find bits of magical realism, the surreal, science fiction, experimental storytelling, fantasy, dystopia, even a couple of nightmares… so buckle up.

I’m so proud to be participating as an author in this respected imprint of Aqueduct Press: Conversation Pieces. Some of my favorite authors started out or had early glimmers in this series. I’m so grateful that the publisher and editor of this series saw fit to include my collection of speculative short stories, each which in its own way questions the safety of places we trust we can inhabit without fear.

Support local authors and publishers!

Here are some ways you can support Cul de Sac Stories right now as it is slowly released into the wild (July 15, 2024 is the official release date, with an ebook version available in June):

Pre-order a signed copy directly from me now
Go to your local library and ask for them to acquire a copy (most systems have a book request feature on their website; you’ll need this number: ISBN: 978-1-61976-262-6 )
Go to your local bookstore and ask for them to order a copy directly from the publisher (you’ll need this number: ISBN: 978-1-61976-262-6 )
Share news about Cul de Sac Stories in your social networks!
- Drop a picture of my book in your post, make a comment, add a link, and you’re good to go!… I’ve included images and links below for you to use wherever you like, in different shapes and sizes.
- Word of mouth is still the best way to sell a book, so please consider taking 5 minutes to do this!
If you have a book club, choose Cul de Sac Stories for your summer read… I’m happy to participate in a live or online group reading event! (See local library and bookstore requests, above)