It’s late. I really should be in bed. But I’ve just discovered this on Amazon:
This is the book I contributed a short story to recently, as some of you may recall. It’s published by Scholastic and is supporting the NSPCC.
I am amazed to discover my story is in a book alongside tales from greats like Roddy Doyle, Michael Bond, Charlie Higson, and … er … Tom from McFly. Suddenly I wish I’d spent real time and effort on my submission, rather than just churning out some guff about monkeys!
I’ve rather cheekily listed the title under ‘Barry’s Books’ on the right there, despite the fact I contribute at the very most 1/366th of the total content. You can click that little version of the cover to pre-order the book on Amazon. It’s not due out until August, so there’s no rush or that.
Oh, and on another note, at six feet four inches, I can confirm that the front cover of the book is correct. I am indeed a massive writer.
Er, how can I put this…?
WOW! That’s fantastic news! And – Tom from McFly?! You’re rubbing shoulders with the big boys now!
Oh no, hang on – you’re six foot four…
You’re rubbing your chest against the shoulders of the big boys now!
I know! I mean, who knew Tom from McFly could even read?!
I jest, of course. Tom, if you’re reading, give me a call. We’ll do lunch.
Hi Barry
I’m another one of the authors who has a story appearing in WOW 366, and I’m 6ft 7in tall.
Do you think we should demand that they put the stories in order of height?
Hi Philip,
That sounds like an excellent idea. I seem to be story 364 at present, so if they’ve taken on board your suggestion I’m assuming Andre the Giant has penned something for the book.
From beyond the grave, obviously.
Incidentally, I bought Awful End several months ago along with a stack of other books and read it in March or April. Great stuff!