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Tales from The Stranger Times: Volume 1

(2025)
(A book in the Stranger Times series)
A collection of stories by C K McDonnell

Dive into the wonderous world of The Stranger Times with this carefully curated selection of short stories from C.K. McDonnell. Drawn from the award-winning The Stranger Times podcast, they are collected in print for the first time, along with the new novella ‘The Raven’. Experience the magical underworld of Manchester (and beyond) with stories featuring lovelorn trolls, blood-thirsty books and a constipated dog who may’ve accidentally consumed a portal to another dimension. Featuring McDonnell’s trademark blend of black humour, outlandish ideas and expertly realised characters, this collection is perfect for first time readers and existing fans keen to learn more about the world he has created.

Praise for The Stranger Times

'I loved the dry and embedded humour of this book, it's the stuff of life . . . the whole thing is great fun.' SFCROSWNEST

'Wonderfully dark, extremely funny' ADAM KAY
Bestselling Author of This is Going to Hurt

'I loved this . . . great premise - great story - great characters . . . hugely enjoyable.'
JODI TAYLOR
Queen of Time and author of The Chronicles of St Mary's series

'A gag-filled romp . . . in the spirit of Terry Pratchett.' THE TIMES

'Great characters, a jet-propelled plot, and a winning premise.' GUARDIAN

'Fresh and genuinely funny.' SFX

Genre: Urban Fantasy

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