Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
Ageing Disgracefully: Short Stories about Atrocious Old People |
2009 |
Colin Cotterill |
Buy |
| 2 |
Famous Last Selfies |
2018 |
Colin Cotterill |
Buy |
Colin Cotterill’s two short story collections highlight his comedic range. Ageing Disgracefully: Short Stories about Atrocious Old People (2009) takes his interest in elderly characters – familiar from the Dr. Siri series – and pushes it into darker, funnier territory.
Famous Last Selfies (2018) brings a more modern sensibility, with stories that reflect Cotterill’s ability to find absurdity in contemporary life. Both collections reward readers who enjoy their fiction with a sharp edge and a willingness to laugh at uncomfortable subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Colin Cotterill Short Story Collections series?
There are two books in the Colin Cotterill Short Story Collections series, published between 2009 and 2018.
What is the first book in the Colin Cotterill Short Story Collections series?
The first book in the Colin Cotterill Short Story Collections series is Ageing Disgracefully: Short Stories about Atrocious Old People, published in 2009.
What are Cotterill's short story collections about?
His collections showcase his talent for dark comedy and surprising premises. Ageing Disgracefully (2009) features stories about terrible elderly people, while Famous Last Selfies (2018) takes a more contemporary approach. Both reflect Cotterill’s gift for finding humor in unlikely places.