An Anthology of Writing inspired by John Buchan’s The Thirty-Nine Steps
39 stories of 39 words with an introduction by NG Bristow

The stories in this anthology were selected from a micro-story writing competition for stories of 39 words or under. They were judged by Nick Sayers and Mary Loring, edited by Annemarie Lopez and illustrated by Alban Low.

39 Steps
An Anthology of Writing inspired by John Buchan’s The Thirty-Nine Steps
Stacie Bates, Krista Carson, Lesley Cartwright, Jed C, Francisco Cruz, Christopher Cuninghame, Bridget Daly, Lee Dillon, Jaune Evayt, Catherine Girardeau, Peter Isaacson, MJ Malleck, Kitiera Morey, Jacquar Roston, Sarah Royston, Erica Sharlette, Jane Sharkey, Arthur Sparrow, Michael Wahlgren.
Published 2025
ISBN 978-1-915505-51-4
A6 Size
20 printed pages
Colour
Walk Listen Create Chapbook 5
SLB0264
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The competition was dedicated to Geoff Nicholson, author and former competition judge who sadly passed away in January 2025. We would especially like to thank Caroline Gannon, Geoff’s partner for sponsoring a competition prize.