Corey Fah Does Social Mobility

The novel Neon Beige is a radical, joyful follow-up to the Goldsmiths Prize-winning Sterling Karat Gold. It follows Corey Fah, a writer on the cusp of a windfall, on a spectacular detour through their childhood in the Forest. Through wormholes and time loops, Corey learns the difference between a prize and a gift. Isabel Waidner's fiction gleefully takes a hammer to false binaries, boundaries, and borders, turning walls into bridges and words into wings. It is a novel about coming into one's own, the labor of love, the tendency of history to repeat itself, and the pitfalls of social mobility. It is a head-spinning, mind-bending roller coaster of fun, horror, and subversion.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2023
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

The eagerly anticipated sequel to the Goldsmiths Prize-winning Sterling Karat Gold, Isabel Waidner's novel takes readers on a captivating and thought-provoking journey. Set against the backdrop of a reality TV show, the story follows Corey Fah, a writer on the brink of a life-changing windfall, as he embarks on a fantastical adventure with his partner Drew and a peculiar eight-legged companion named Bambi Pavok.

Neon beige in appearance, the elusive trophy holds the promise of a fortune, yet remains tantalizingly out of reach for Corey. With a mix of humor, suspense, and subversion, the novel explores themes of identity, love, and the complexities of social mobility.

Through their journey, Corey and his companions navigate wormholes and time loops, encountering both hilarious and horrifying situations. Along the way, they learn the true value of a prize versus a gift, and the power of words to transform and uplift.

Waidner's writing is vibrant and revolutionary, challenging false binaries and boundaries while creating a world that is both familiar and entirely new. With its vivid descriptions and engaging characters, the novel invites readers to imagine a different way of being, one that is filled with joy, possibility, and the courage to embrace change.

This is not just a novel about coming into one's own; it is also a celebration of the labor of love and the resilience of the human spirit. It explores the tendency of history to repeat itself and the challenges that individuals face as they navigate the complexities of social mobility.

But at its heart, this is a story about the power of connection and the importance of watching TV with your lover. It is a head-spinning, mind-bending roller coaster of fun, horror, and subversion that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in Waidner's captivating series.

In conclusion, Isabel Waidner's Sterling Karat Gold is a must-read for anyone who loves literary fiction that pushes boundaries and challenges preconceptions. With its vibrant prose, thought-provoking themes, and unforgettable characters, this novel offers a glimpse into a world that is both familiar and entirely new. Prepare to be transported on a journey of laughter, horror, and subversion, and let Waidner's words inspire you to imagine a different way of being.

Weight: 242g
Dimension: 137 x 206 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241632536