Andanzas, vol. i, friends

 

ABOUT

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"Andanzas, vol. i, friends" is a book containing a collection of four short stories on friendship, which tread the line between creative nonfiction, social criticism, and fictional prose. The word itself, Andanzas, is a Spanish word best translated as journey or adventure with a hint of fortune. Much like the title, the book is imaginative, vivid and full of child-bright perspectives, similar to some forms of Magical Realism.

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1st ed. first printing is sold out.

1st ed. second printing x5 copies remain, on sale at the Detroit Festival of Books, July 16, 2023, 10-4pm, Shed 5 in Eastern Market.

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Words by Julien Godman. Edited and designed by Mariana Ayón RV, and published by Ban Pang Editorial.

© Julien Godman

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REVIEWS

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"Julien Godman travels through his palace of memories - as life's moments flicker back like a 8mm film, he is brave enough to watch, and share them with us. - A stunning debut."  - Michelle Andonian

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"It is a spare but wonderous work, evidence of a writer who understands the power of words, even - or especially - in brevity. Julien writes in calming, dream-like, sequences of everyday occurrences that pull you into his world, reminiscent of the works of Anais Nin. There is a mystical, Gibran quality to the work, and deep, startling twists. He writes with a kind of urban fancifulness, a sweet, street view of experiences in this city."  - Marsha Music

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PRESS

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Pride Source: Distant Dispatches, The Metropolitan: Book Launch at Bank Suey, Detroit Is It: Chit Chat: Author, Chef and Creative Julien Godman, The Metropolitan: Field Notes from Julien Godman's "Andanzas"

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Andanzas, vol. ii

In the creative process.