--- product_id: 97840488 title: "The Alleyway and other Short Stories Paperback – April 20, 2015" brand: "r j samuel" price: "¥1448" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Books" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/97840488-the-alleyway-and-other-short-stories-paperback-april-20-2015 store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # The Alleyway and other Short Stories Paperback – April 20, 2015 **Brand:** r j samuel **Price:** ¥1448 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Alleyway and other Short Stories Paperback – April 20, 2015 by r j samuel - **How much does it cost?** ¥1448 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/97840488-the-alleyway-and-other-short-stories-paperback-april-20-2015) ## Best For - r j samuel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted r j samuel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description ## Images ![The Alleyway and other Short Stories Paperback – April 20, 2015 - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51QzgWhNtHL.jpg) ![The Alleyway and other Short Stories Paperback – April 20, 2015 - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51%2BjEOMRPdL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Most Outstanding Collection of Short Stories in Years! *by T***R on October 1, 2014* RJ Samuel’s collection of short stories, the Alleyway and Other Short Stories, written under her given name, Rejini Samuel is by far one of the better collections that I have read in recent years. In fact, three of the stories were short listed for an international writing competition (Over the Edge New Writer of the Year) – and rightly so. Her writing is amazing. Actually, to say “amazing” seems trite, but I lack the adequate words at the moment to fully articulate just how moved I am by the stories. RJ lifted me out of my room, allowing me to become a part of the conversations and imagery alive in each story. With each bit of dialogue, I could “hear” the speakers, the subtle dialect/accent, their unique manner of speaking. The descriptions, so vibrant, jump off the page — I could “see” what RJ wrote.Certainly, I could give a snippet of each story, but as the stories are rather short, I’d be guilty of spoiling. Yet, three stories immediately stand out. “The Alleyway” blew me away. The dialogue, allusion, emotional landscape, actually transfixed me, I truly “heard” every word as they were spoken by the characters; I could see the facial expressions; smell the aromas wafting through the alley. I admit, that as a writer, this is what I aspire to do, and RJ inspires me. “Amy_Grrl” made me laugh out loud, with the most apt portrayal of fear of cyber dating and her internal dialogue about the standard lesbian relationship route (u-haul after a few dates) as the biggest thing that she must now attempt to avoid – again. Finally, “A Prison of Words,” struck a chord in me as a writer, speaker, and one who often feels trapped by what and how to say what I mean. RJ captured every emotion perfectly.RJ is a brilliant writer. She speaks to me as a woman living in a diverse world, as a lesbian, as an artist, and as a person who seeks to connect with others and often feels at a loss as to how to do so adequately. I highly recommend these stories. The brought me more than a little pleasure, the warmed my heart. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Elegantly Chilling *by K***S on March 25, 2015* I remember my first Twilight Zone episodes. In fact, I don't think I even saw them (we didn't have TV); my father recounted them to me. Each one filled me with a chill of wonder and mystery. There was nothing gory or overly horrific about them, just that strange, dark chill of the unknown and the all-too-known of dreams and night mares. Samuel captures that same chill in this collection of short stories. What's more, she does it with an attention to craft that satisfied my English professor's heart. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I loved each story and no two were alike *by A***R on September 22, 2014* This is a compilation of short stories that remind me of beloved episodes of "The Twilight Zone" or any of "The Matrix" movies. I loved each story and no two were alike. You know an author is talented when the stories and characters stick with you after you have closed the book. Rejini Samuel is very talented and I have enjoyed this collection immensely! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/97840488-the-alleyway-and-other-short-stories-paperback-april-20-2015](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/97840488-the-alleyway-and-other-short-stories-paperback-april-20-2015) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-10-10*