Gerda Stevenson has mined the seams of ballad, song and folktale to produce these eldritch and uncanny stories, and delivers them in a Scots that wonderfully demonstrates the richness and vigour of the language. JAMES ROBERTSONStevenson’s mastery of the short story genre in CAT WUMMAN is breathtaking – a blend of simplicity coupled with profundity that is difficult to match. These magnificent yet haunting short stories about the tragedies and joys of human existence leave readers with a strong sense of hope whilst educating them through their delicately crafted tapestry of cultural influences. Written in a beautifully accomplished Scots, they highlight Stevenson’s pioneering work in making this language, intrinsic to Scottish culture, accessible to diverse audiences and give a voice to the Scots-speaking communities in today’s Scotland. DR SYLVIA WARNECKE, the Open University, ScotlandPerfect little book for anyone who enjoys short stories or Scottish folklore.LITTLELEAF_BOOKS, InstagramOne of the most interesting parts of this collection is that it’s written in Scots. It definitely adds something special and makes the stories, giving it a bit of cultural depth. THEOVERLYANXIOUSWRITER, InstagramThe short stories themselves are a collection of really quirky and stunning pieces that do make you stop and think about love, loss, who you are inside and more. PAUSE_THEFRAME, InstagramThis is one of those books that you really don't see coming and I absolutely loved every second... These stories were so well written with a diverse range of characters who I found it really easy to connect with - even in this short space of time. BOOK_A_HOLIC_17, InstagramThis is a book to be savoured, not rushed; to allow yourself to forget about the world around you, and briefly enter the reality created by Gerda Stevenson before returning with a thud, slightly breathless, and changed in some way. JRW1904, InstagramIf you love being enriched in culture and a preserver of culture then this is the one for you! SMUTTYSPEEDREADER, InstagramI must bring to your attention here the Scots it is written and delivered to us in. Made for beautiful stimulating reading and breathing life into the characters and their worlds. There is a depth, a beauty to the Scots language that transcends the tales themselves.BOOKSONTHEEXE, InstagramThis book would be perfect for those readers who enjoy Scottish folklore, short stories and poems. _THE.ENCHANTED.LIBRARY_, InstagramIt's easy to get lost in the stories and I found that their messages of community and family were important. NADZ_SARGENT, InstagramIt’s a wonderful collection of short stories that you can easily dip in and out of, making it perfect for reading at your own pace. I especially loved that it’s written in Scots! It gives the stories an authentic voice and a real sense of place. LAURENDOESBOOKS, InstagramWhat I appreciated most was how the dialect wasn’t just for show, it was integral to the storytelling. It gave voice to characters who felt real, grounded, and unmistakably Scottish. I came away with a deeper appreciation for the richness of the Scots language. It’s a celebration of our culture, our language, and our people. CAZ.READZ, InstagramThis little book is such a gem. A mix of fierce, funny and heartfelt stories that are all told in Scots language. It’s full of life, love and women with real grit. ITS.A.HARDBACK.LIFE.X, InstagramCat Wumman is a fantastic selection of short stories about women. Interestingly told in the Scots language which I adored as well. Each story focuses on the different roles or lives of women in modern society.WHATYOUTOLKIENABOUT, Instagram‘Cat Wumman’ is a collection of short stories that analyses the role of women in society, community, and how we deal with relationships and grief. It is written in the Scots language, of which I heartily approve!... All of the short stories were illuminating and engaging and I devoured them all in record time. BOOKSBYBINDU, Instagram
