Author and Researcher
I couldn't believe my eyes when I discovered that a story of mine had received an honorary mention in this legendary publication. The Best Horror of the Year edited by Ellen Datlow includes some very big names in Horror writing, including the sublimely uncomfortable fiction of Robert Shearman. I feel so encouraged to have my... Continue Reading →
Aesthetica Magazine is one of the leading publications for art, design and photography. Their work is intelligent, beautiful and informative so I am thrilled to have a story in this very aesthetically pleasing publication.
Just wanted to give a little shout out to The Word Factory. I had an extraordinary year in 2016 attending their short story events. My favourites were a masterclass with A.L. Kennedy, Janice Galloway workshops Muriel Sparks, an evening with Neil Gaiman and the launch of Sex and Death: Stories. So much great advice, perhaps... Continue Reading →
"Don't be afraid, don't be daunted, just do your job. Continue to show up for your piece of it, whatever that may be..." Elizabeth Gilbert on Your Elusive Genius
"Shearman’s short stories are often dark and mostly rather devious. He thrills his readers by exploring a whole host of surreal or absurd situations. It’s a kind of literary daring made possible, in his case, by an unfettered sense of humour...." Introducing Robert Shearman - Thresholds Home of the International Short Story Forum We Recommend... Continue Reading →
Feeling very honoured to have been shortlisted for The Bridport Prize 2013 for a story written in under 250 words... 244 to be exact. Well done little 'Flash', you did me proud. The Bridport Prize Shortlist 2013
"Historically, obliterating books has always been a difficult business. One The Best British Short Stories 2012 knows a thing or two about... " We Recommend The Best British Short Stories 2012 - Thresholds Home of the International Short Story Forum
"Throughout The Stone Thrower, Marek masterfully suspends the reader’s belief through the commonality of the human condition and the characters it condemns..." We Recommend Adam Marek's The Stone Thrower - Thresholds Home of the International Short Story Forum
Lela Tredwell 