Keith Blackburn Livres

A dissolute drunk named Arthur, redundant and deserted by his wife, finds himself urinating in a cathedral doorway. Horrified, he staggers off, falls from a wall and bangs his head...

In 1932, Algy Tuckett's life takes a surreal turn when he wakes up transformed into a frail old clown, altering not just his appearance but also his entire environment and relationships. As a junior clerk at a wool mill, Algy must navigate this bizarre new reality, grappling with the implications of his transformation and the challenges it brings. This whimsical yet thought-provoking tale explores themes of identity, perception, and the nature of reality.

At forty, Steve Verity faces a midlife crisis, grappling with dissatisfaction in his life as a part-time painter and arts tutor. Recently evicted from his cottage by his partner, he confronts the urgency of his choices and the looming specter of regret. This moment of upheaval forces him to embark on a journey of self-reassessment, seeking to reinvigorate his perspective and redefine his future amidst the challenges of aging and unfulfilled aspirations.