Autosarcophagy - To eat oneself
Autosarcophagy - To Eat Oneself offers a profound exploration of the female life experience. Within its pages, the author fearlessly delves into sensitive subjects such as child mistreatment, sexual abuse, dementia, motherhood, and anxiety, capturing the intricacies and complexities of these experiences from a distinctly female point of view.
While the stories unfold through the lens of the female perspective, their universal themes and emotionally charged narratives enable readers of all genders to connect deeply with the characters and their journeys. Through the power of the first-person narrative, readers are invited to step into the shoes of the protagonists, immersing themselves in their joys, struggles, and triumphs.
Autosarcophagy - To Eat Oneself is not merely a book to be read once, but a rich tapestry of storytelling that warrants multiple readings. With each revisitation, the layers of the stories gradually reveal hidden messages and profound insights, dissipating the clouds of uncertainty and allowing readers to discover new dimensions with every turn of the page.
Within the book, echoes of the author's personal history and present-day experiences are woven seamlessly into the fabric of the narratives. Helen Cova's unique background, having been born and raised in South America and now residing in Iceland, provides her with the creative freedom to merge genres and transport readers to a captivating fusion of settings. From the enchanting Icelandic fjords to the depths of Caribbean allure, each short story intertwines elements of magic realism and dark fantasy, creating an irresistible blend.
As the second literary offering from Venezuelan-Icelandic author Helen Cova, Autosarcophagy - To Eat Oneself unveils a literary landscape that is both darkly evocative and exquisitely beautiful. With its gripping narratives and a style that enthralls, this collection of short stories leaves readers spellbound. It is a book that demands to be devoured, an invitation to embark on an unforgettable literary journey that will linger in the reader's mind long after the final page is turned.
Autosarcophagy - To Eat Oneself is a testament to the author's profound storytelling ability, seamlessly blending genres and cultures to craft an enthralling literary masterpiece. Prepare to be captivated by its spellbinding nature, unable to resist the allure of its pages.
“The author has an incredibly poetic prose – her writing is truly quite wonderful, in a manner which almost reads as parable. The visual art which accompanies each piece is also stunning and stylishly creative (…) The stories themselves are very bleak indeed, with a great deal of cannibalism as a metaphor for slow destruction; believe me when I say that they are much better than I may be making them sound.”
Matt McAvoy
“Oozing with creativity, exuberdark and inspiring! I couldn´t stop hoping that the author was my daughter.”
Steinar Bragi
“these stories are as delightful as they are unsettling. Dark and sweet with violence and rage. The unflinching, lyrical prose is filled with the body, with flesh and blood and bone. Reading them is like being at the birth of a mythology.”
Jenny Valentine
“Autosarcophagy is powerful, daring and poetic in its brutal dreaming realism. How glad we should be that such a fine author has stepped forward on the Icelandic literary scene, bringing us fresh night air from her continent.“
Sjón
“This is a fascinating book. Written in a deconstructionist style, the narrative, whether on purpose or not, echoes the thoughts of Anzaldúa, Butler, and Simone de Beauvoir.”
Judge, 29th Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards.
All illustrations by Rubén Chumillas www.rubenchumillas.com
“The illustrations by Chumillas are gorgeous and accentuate the prose and uplift the reader experience.” Judge, 29th Annual Writer’s Digest Self-Published Book Awards.