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As Adapted For Sugar Babies And Other Entertainments: A Review

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As Adapted For Sugar Babies And Other Entertainments is a collection of short stories by American author Stephen Dixon. The stories are characterized by their dark humor, sexual themes, and exploration of the human psyche.

The Best Burlesque Sketches: As Adapted for Sugar Babies and Other Entertainments (Applause Books)

by David Tuffley

5 out of 5

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The title story, "As Adapted For Sugar Babies," is about a man who becomes a sugar daddy to a young woman. He is initially attracted to her beauty and innocence, but he soon comes to realize that she is not what she seems. The story is a darkly comic exploration of the nature of relationships and the dangers of obsession.

The other stories in the collection are equally dark and disturbing. "The Best of Friends" is about a man who murders his best friend in a fit of jealousy. "The Red Room" is about a woman who is trapped in a room with a mysterious red light. "The End of the World" is about a group of people who are trying to survive the end of the world.

Dixon's writing is both lyrical and brutal. He is not afraid to explore the darkest corners of the human psyche. His stories are often disturbing, but they are also darkly funny and thought-provoking.

As Adapted For Sugar Babies And Other Entertainments is a challenging and rewarding collection of stories. It is not for the faint of heart, but it is sure to stay with you long after you finish it.

About the Author

Stephen Dixon was born in New York City in 1936. He is the author of over 20 novels and short story collections. His work has been praised by critics for its originality, intelligence, and dark humor.

Dixon has received numerous awards for his writing, including the National Book Award for Fiction and the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction. He is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.

As Adapted For Sugar Babies And Other Entertainments is a must-read for fans of dark fiction. Dixon's stories are brilliantly written and thought-provoking. They will stay with you long after you finish them.

The Best Burlesque Sketches: As Adapted for Sugar Babies and Other Entertainments (Applause Books)

by David Tuffley

5 out of 5