this is such a beautiful story-- i will never forget the line about detesting the neighbors "but not in a murderous way"-- and the voice actor is so good! brilliant work shony, fuck the mags.
Thank you! It's one of my favorites for sure. I love how the character is like "not in a murderous way" and then immediately is like idk maybe I could burn it all down fuck it. haha
Sean, I'm obviously late to the party here, but I made it and so glad I did. I've got a lot of favorites when it comes to your stories, but this one is near the top of the list. Outstanding writing. Loved it. - Jim
Wow! Such a great story, so quiet, patient but still trembling on the edge of…maybe, just maybe he’ll do it. I think I’m most struck by the subject, I don’t know that I’d ever considered what’s going on inside a hoarder apartment. I mean, inside his mind, and the acceptance of it, the knowledge of what others might think. Truly a really interesting take where you just kind of came in sideways and pulled out some damn magic.
Thank you! I'm proud of this piece for the reasons you've mentioned. Getting inside the character's head was a great exercise, and I think I came away with a new perspective. It's interesting how that can happen while writing fiction, right? :) Thanks again for the kind words!
That's the best part of writing! When your brain disengages a bit allowing your intuition, your heart to pull the levers. Man, some crazy, wonderful, scary shit comes out in those moments. Worth more than gold.
What a fabulous story! I agree with EJ: detesting the neighbors, “but not in a murderous way” made me laugh out loud. It’s a story of such deep feelings and barbed memories. And Connor’s voice is amazing! This was just so good.
Right?? I've got another one coming later this month. Hope you're doing good man. If you and your bro ever want to come over my way for a hike or to have a drink (or both), let me know. Would be cool to see ya!
This is fantastic!!! I loved the line about the orchard being to blame and burning it all down. Didn't connect that to the ending until I was writing this comment. how this didn't get accepted by any lit mags is beyond me - their loss!
Clever story, and it resonated with me because my ex-in-laws had a huge house just filled with hundreds of newspapers and books of all kinds — and yet until I heard this, I'd always thought of them as eccentric, not hoarders. Connor has a great narration voice. I narrate my own books, but it's always intriguing to ask whether a narrator captures the vibe of a story as the author intended it, whereas of course I know exactly the tone and timbre of my own writing. As a "by the way..." it's a small frustration that listeners will accept any US or UK accent without question, but my Australian "twang" has raised a few eyebrows. Mind you, I hardly understood a word Matthew McConnoughy said in "Interstellar" 😀
I love this story - both to read AND listen to. What a terrific reading voice Connor has, too! And strong advice, as well, Sean. You're absolutely right. ABP!
Amazing! And Connor knocked it out of the park (as expected)! 👏
Great voice and a pleasure to work with. If I made any money off this gig I'd give you a finders fee! ;)
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this is such a beautiful story-- i will never forget the line about detesting the neighbors "but not in a murderous way"-- and the voice actor is so good! brilliant work shony, fuck the mags.
Thank you! It's one of my favorites for sure. I love how the character is like "not in a murderous way" and then immediately is like idk maybe I could burn it all down fuck it. haha
The voice actor did an amazing job.
I’ve met quite a few hoarders in my job and this feels very accurate. Love the backstory and the nod toward the future.
I once wondered whether there could have been early humans with hoarding behavior and came up with this micro story.
https://open.substack.com/pub/laynemercer/p/the-collector?r=l21qv&utm_medium=ios
What a cool idea for flash. Enjoyed it!
Sean, I'm obviously late to the party here, but I made it and so glad I did. I've got a lot of favorites when it comes to your stories, but this one is near the top of the list. Outstanding writing. Loved it. - Jim
Thanks, Jim! That means a lot to me. ❤️
And hey...I read congrats are in order...Happy Birthday!
Thanks! :)
Wow! Such a great story, so quiet, patient but still trembling on the edge of…maybe, just maybe he’ll do it. I think I’m most struck by the subject, I don’t know that I’d ever considered what’s going on inside a hoarder apartment. I mean, inside his mind, and the acceptance of it, the knowledge of what others might think. Truly a really interesting take where you just kind of came in sideways and pulled out some damn magic.
Thank you! I'm proud of this piece for the reasons you've mentioned. Getting inside the character's head was a great exercise, and I think I came away with a new perspective. It's interesting how that can happen while writing fiction, right? :) Thanks again for the kind words!
That's the best part of writing! When your brain disengages a bit allowing your intuition, your heart to pull the levers. Man, some crazy, wonderful, scary shit comes out in those moments. Worth more than gold.
💯 It's the best.
What a fabulous story! I agree with EJ: detesting the neighbors, “but not in a murderous way” made me laugh out loud. It’s a story of such deep feelings and barbed memories. And Connor’s voice is amazing! This was just so good.
Thank you! I really enjoyed writing it and it makes me so happy that you enjoyed it.
This is rad!!!
Right?? I've got another one coming later this month. Hope you're doing good man. If you and your bro ever want to come over my way for a hike or to have a drink (or both), let me know. Would be cool to see ya!
This is fantastic!!! I loved the line about the orchard being to blame and burning it all down. Didn't connect that to the ending until I was writing this comment. how this didn't get accepted by any lit mags is beyond me - their loss!
Thanks, Molly! High praise! <3
Clever story, and it resonated with me because my ex-in-laws had a huge house just filled with hundreds of newspapers and books of all kinds — and yet until I heard this, I'd always thought of them as eccentric, not hoarders. Connor has a great narration voice. I narrate my own books, but it's always intriguing to ask whether a narrator captures the vibe of a story as the author intended it, whereas of course I know exactly the tone and timbre of my own writing. As a "by the way..." it's a small frustration that listeners will accept any US or UK accent without question, but my Australian "twang" has raised a few eyebrows. Mind you, I hardly understood a word Matthew McConnoughy said in "Interstellar" 😀
Thanks for listening, Graeme! Connor did a bang up job -- I'll let him know you enjoyed it. And I can't get enough of the Aussie twang!
I love this story - both to read AND listen to. What a terrific reading voice Connor has, too! And strong advice, as well, Sean. You're absolutely right. ABP!
Thanks, Sukie! Such a voice! :))
Thanks, Sarah! ❤️