How Long to Read Addiction and Other Short Stories

How Long Does it Take to Read Addiction and Other Short Stories?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 20 minutes to read Addiction and Other Short Stories by William Walz

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

On a first read, one could surmise that these stories have little in common-a beautiful and moving story about a man facing the end of his fight with cancer, a scorned woman's revenge on a philandering husband, a tortured teenager's rampage of violence, and several more-but upon reflection, these stories do coalesce around a common theme: carefully crafted and intensively gratifying prose. William Walz first came to the attention of this press when we were graced to have "Far From Home" show up in one of our monthly short story contests. That story took first prize in the April 2011 monthly contest, prompting us to seek more stories from Walz's gifted pen. Little did we know that Walz's pen was both gifted and prolific. He quickly honored us with this enviable collection of original short stories. We are delighted to offer them to the public for the first time. I don't want to spoil the joys and surprises that lie before the reader, but allow me to make a few non-spoiler observations about this eclectic assortment of literary musings. First, these pieces are original; there's no formula fiction here. Some stories, like "The Abortionist," are fully unpredictable. Others, like "Addiction," offer new twists on established themes. All of them keep the reader turning the pages with an unsated desire for more. Second, these stories are character and imagination driven. Walz sometimes leads the reader through an exploration of the motives and thought lives of odd-or even unsavory-characters (as in "Bobby Mason's Day Off" and "The Sophomore Jinx"). At other times, he invites the reader to wonder about different realities (as in "Hell-Bound Train" and "A Glitch in Time"). Finally, these stories are good. If you like your characters complex and fascinating, your plots imaginative and unpredictable, and your stories intense and emotionally riveting, you'll love this book. If you like predictable, formulaic plots and flat, unimaginative characters, you'll have to look elsewhere. Phyllis Scott, series editor

How long is Addiction and Other Short Stories?

Addiction and Other Short Stories by William Walz is 196 pages long, and a total of 50,176 words.

This makes it 66% the length of the average book. It also has 61% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Addiction and Other Short Stories Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Addiction and Other Short Stories aloud.

What Reading Level is Addiction and Other Short Stories?

Addiction and Other Short Stories is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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