Iomall

By Alistair Paul

Iomall by Alistair Paul is a collection of Gaelic short stories that pushes the boundaries of science fiction and the supernatural. With echoes of iconic authors like William Gibson, J.G. Ballard and Rudy Rucker, Paul’s stories transport readers to strange new worlds and alternate realities, blending futuristic ideas with a distinctly Gaelic voice. From alien abductions and time loops to biological supercomputers and frozen love, Iomall offers an innovative mix of mind-bending concepts and compelling narratives.

This collection is perfect for readers who enjoy experimental fiction, lovers of sci-fi with a twist or anyone eager to experience Gaelic literature in a fresh and daring context. If you’re intrigued by the avant-garde works of Semiotext(e) or enjoy surreal, boundary-pushing storytelling, Iomall will captivate your imagination.

Readers who appreciate thought-provoking, boundary-pushing narratives will find themselves captivated by the imaginative worlds Alistair
Paul creates. Whether you’re drawn to cutting-edge ideas or enjoy the surreal and strange, this collection offers something fresh and original for lovers of both Gaelic literature and innovative storytelling.

Tha sinn ann an eathar beag an cuideachd sianar Arannach air an t-slighe gu bhith a’ suidhe air an diùraidh aig cùirt an t-seisein ann an Inbhir Aora. Cho luath ’s a dh’fhàgas an t-eathar an cidhe aig Tràigh a’ Chaisteil ann an Arainn teannaidh rudan ri dhol ceàrr, togaidh conas ceann is na chois thig peacaidhean nam fear am follais.

Thèid ar toirt cuairt tro cheann iar-dheas na Gàidhealtachd mar a bha i aig toiseach an 19mh linn nuair bha an sgìre a’ tighinn fo bhuaidh atharrachaidhean mòra an t-saoghail, dìreach ro àm nam fuadaichean. Tha dàn gach caractair an eisimeil nan atharrachaidhean seo is mar a ghabhas iad riutha còmhla.

An ruig na fir a’ chùirt ann an tìde is ma ruigeas am bi e an comas dhaibh breitheanas a thoirt a-mach air an co-chreutairean le cogais ghlan?