Dance on Saturday: Stories

Cotman's title novella imagines a group of near-immortals living in Pittsburgh in an uneasy truce with Lord Decay, threatened when one of them takes pity on a young woman. "Among the Zoologists" is a game writer on their way to a convention who falls in with a group of rogue Darwinists, and "Mine" is a volleyball tournament that devolves into nightmare and chaos.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2020
Publisher: Small Beer Press

In the captivating title novella, Cotman delves into a mesmerizing world where a group of near-immortals resides in Pittsburgh, finding solace in an uneasy truce with Lord Decay. However, their fragile peace is jeopardized when one of their members succumbs to compassion for a young woman who possesses knowledge of their secret. This compassionate act sets off a chain of events that threatens to unravel their delicate equilibrium.

In a separate narrative, "Among the Zoologists," a game writer embarks on a journey to a convention, only to stumble upon a group of enigmatic rogue Darwinists. Their enigmatic baggage holds a profound mystery that captivates the writer's imagination. As they navigate through a series of unexpected encounters, the writer finds themselves entangled in a web of intrigue and danger.

In the gripping story "Mine," a volleyball tournament takes a horrifying turn when it devolves into a nightmarish and chaotic ordeal. Cotman masterfully weaves together conventions from diverse genres, including fairytales, Victorian literature, epic fantasy, and horror, to craft awe-inspiring tales that defy conventional storytelling.

Through his skilled craftsmanship, Cotman unveils a tapestry of stories that are both captivating and thought-provoking. Each novella offers a unique perspective, exploring themes of morality, identity, and the consequences of our actions. With his imaginative storytelling, Cotman invites readers to embark on a journey into uncharted realms, where the line between reality and fantasy blurs, and the boundaries of imagination are pushed to their limits.

Weight: 442g
Dimension: 140 x 215 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781618731722