AustLit

'The Sturgeon General is an anthology of comedic writing, compiling short works of fiction and non-fiction and other miscellany for the hilarious good of all. Each issue features the work of a single comedy writer.

'This edition is a collection of non-fiction articles from writer Geoff Lemon. It includes his article from 2011 'You Shut Your Goddamn Carbon Taxin Mouth' – an hilarious rant against the nay-sayers of the proposed carbon tax, which was a viral phenomenon. The collection also includes an array of inspired and witty political and travel writing, including an epic series of misadventures in South America.' (Publication summary)

'In this issue, we feature a collection of short fiction from Jack Vening titled 'Work for a Man or a Horse'. From the world's most upsetting, shark-filled wedding to watching a strangely familiar, reverse-ageing man child die slowly, Jack Vening provides an disturbingly funny eye into a uniquely absurd world.' (Publication summary)

'The Sturgeon General is an anthology of comedic writing, compiling short works of fiction and non-fiction and other miscellany for the hilarious good of all. Each issue features the work of a single comedy writer. Callum O'Donnell writes smart, cynical stories that reflect the sorry state of the world. It includes the story of a man who imitates plants to get ahead in the workplace, and a tale of eco-terrorism and fear mongering journalism in a small Australian town.' (Publication summary)