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So as Not to Die Alone Paperback – January 19, 2024

by Lisa Johnson Mitchell (Author)
5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 12 ratings
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So as Not to Die Alone is a song about the ache of living. A brutally honest snapshot of both the anxieties and optimism of modern American life, this collection includes narratives about sexual fluidity, loss of a parent, shattered dreams, addiction, and teen pregnancy, among others. One story was a Finalist in the 2022 London Independent Story Prize Competition and is included in the 2023 London Independent Story Prize Competition Anthology.

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  1. Print length
    70 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Finishing Line Press
  4. Publication date
    January 19, 2024
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.17 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-13
    979-8888384374
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"Lisa Johnson Mitchell has the remarkable ability to craft entire characters-all their beauty and all their flaws-in a single, perfect sentence. These sentences then come together to make stories that are heartbreaking, tragic, sometimes absurd, and often hopeful. In the end, this sharp collection presents a brutally honest snapshot of both the anxieties and optimism of modern American life."-Samantha Mabry, National Book Award-nominated author of All the Wind in the World and Tigers, Not Daughters
"The heroes and heroines in Lisa Johnson Mitchell's debut story collection, So as Not to Die Alone, reach for connection even through their own jadedness and the static around them. Mitchell is a comic acrobat, her details startling yet perfect, her language playful and inventive, whether ships are sinking or somehow making their way back to the surface. A thoroughly rewarding debut."-Steve Adams, Pushcart Award-winning author of Remember This
"Lisa Johnson Mitchell's collection is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged journey that delves deep into the complexities of human experience. Through a diverse cast of characters, Mitchell expertly explores themes of sexual fluidity, loss, shattered dreams, addiction, and teen pregnancy with raw honesty and vulnerability. Each story is a masterful blend of pain and hope, leaving a lasting impact on the reader-a must-read for anyone looking for a powerful and moving literary experience. Lucia Berlin and Flannery O'Connor fans will relish this collection, stamped with a profound understanding of human nature. Mitchell's writing is reminiscent of these literary greats and is sure to leave readers feeling deeply moved."-Blake Kimzey, author of Families Among Us
"The 10 stories in So As Not to Die Alone, Lisa Johnson Mitchell's debut collection, introduce us to intricately chiseled worlds where women feel unseen, children are tasked with caring for ailing and aged parents, and romances bud and take center stage. But in Mitchell's inventive hands, these stories go places you'd never expect, pivoting into a territory of the heart on whose emotional bedrock we can all find sure footing. Often humorous, always heart-wrenching, these flash and short stories introduce a singular, bold voice that will have you laughing out loud even as you wipe away tears. Mitchell knows how to write sizzlingly hot dialogue and exquisite sentences (consider this one-two punch: "After therapy, he claimed to forgive Sheila, but she could see his lingering resentment like an aura."). And while her characters aren't afraid to wear their hearts on their sleeves, let it be known they suffer no fools. You'll admire them, just as you'll admire this new, gorgeous collection."-DS Levy, Award-winning author of A Binary Heart


About the Author

Lisa Johnson Mitchell's work has appeared in X-R-A-Y, Fictive Dream, and Cleaver, among others. One of her pieces was a Finalist in the 2022 London Independent Story Prize Competition. Another placed in the Top 10 of the 2020 Columbia Journal Short Fiction Contest. She holds an MFA from Bennington College.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CTB7VBJJ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Finishing Line Press (January 19, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 70 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8888384374
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.99 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.17 x 9 inches
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  • Mark L.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Collection
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
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    Lisa Johnson Mitchell’s stories pack a wallop like a sledgehammer concealed in a bouquet of roses. Her exquisite word choices juxtaposed with laugh out loud descriptions are so insightful and spot on. I loved every moment and can’t wait for more. You will too.
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  • NMD
    5.0 out of 5 stars Real, witty, poignant.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2024
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    Full of humor as well as pathos, this collection by Lisa Johnson Mitchell is not to be missed!
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  • R Ferroni
    5.0 out of 5 stars So As to Not Die Alone!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2024
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    A brilliant collection of short stories by Lisa Johnson Mitchell. I am fascinated by the interesting characters, the situational details and intensity with each page I turn!
    Magnificent story telling! Absolutely fabulous!
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  • Cheryl Pappas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic gems
    Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2024
    Lisa Mitchell writes stories we all wish we could write! Are they profound? Yes. Are they tender? Yes. Will they make you laugh out loud and be continually surprised? Also yes. These are great gems you won’t be able to put down. I’m thrilled these stories exist, and I cannot wait for Mitchell’s next collection!
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  • lovetobicycle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funny real characters that you won't forget
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2024
    This debut collection of stories is so punchy and good, they get to the bleeding heart, the fevered pulse of real life in all its humor and pathos. In particular, her adventures in the online dating world had me laughing so hard. Lisa Johnson Mitchell can do description with a witty turn of phrase in a way that reminds me of Denis Johnson, containing whole worlds. “His small, taut buttocks wafted from side to side under his britches like he was smuggling coconuts.” And she has a singular ear for dialogue “Honor Thy Mother and Thy Father. And stop sucking on scripture like a titty! I want a glass of wine.”
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  • Paul Epply-Schmidt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Figuring out our searches...
    Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2024
    A visual metaphor for this collection of stories might be garden that contains a plethora of beautiful objects: a small waterfall, elegantly arranged stones, small areas of exquisitely cared-for lawn, an intimate bench for two.
    These stories, like those objects, are very different in nature and yet contribute artfully to the whole. Some are terse, written in a style where Lisa Johnson Mitchell deftly sketches uncomfortable conflicts through innuendo. As a reader, you find yourself effortlessly imagining the scene, and even as you appreciate the smoothness and care of her craft, you can feel the tension she has planted in the narrative. Others are more extensive in their detail and development.
    Among stories of desperation (a grown man and his handicapped mother looking for a meal) there are also moments of comedy (offering crudités in a Texas beauty salon) , and savvy depictions of our often ridiculous search for love... or at least connection.
    I think one tribute to her skill is that the stories are intense enough that I only read 2 or 3 at one sitting before needing to stop and think them through... and then I took up the book with pleasure shortly thereafter.
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  • s williams
    5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful story telling!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2024
    Lisa has written several highly entertaining short stories that are both intense, sad and heartwarming. Lisa is insightful in describing the lives of ordinary people from all walks of life in a humorous manner. Lisa is a talented writer and keeps you entertained.
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  • B Bordelon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such a fun, unique voice!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2024
    Lisa tells stories with such a humorous, yet heartfelt voice. Her choice of words and quirky scenarios makes for an entertaining read. Each story is just a few pages long, so I enjoyed reading one or two a night before bed. You'll laugh in some cases and your heart will ache a little in others. Highly recommend.
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