Mark Dunn Libri

Set in a North Georgia women's social club, the story unfolds as the wealthy Trudy Tromaine, facing her mortality, gathers her fellow members to decide who among them will inherit part of her fortune. The twist lies in the requirement that the chosen "Sister of the Gleam and Sparkle" must share the wealth with the others. Combining elements of camaraderie and competition, the play offers a humorous take reminiscent of Steel Magnolias and Survivor, infused with the quirky wit of Mark Dunn.

Set against the backdrop of a Mississippi fair, the story follows Eliza Doolittle, the daughter of a pig farmer, who sells pork rinds and aspires to a better life as a waitress in a trendy downtown barbecue restaurant. Inspired by the themes of language and class from Shaw's Pygmalion and its musical adaptation, My Fair Lady, this dramatic comedy explores Eliza's journey of self-discovery and ambition amidst her humble beginnings, allowing for cross and double casting among the characters.

A hilarious and moving story of one girl’s fight for freedom of expression, as well as a linguistic tour de force sure to delight word lovers everywhere Ella Minnow Pea is a girl living happily on the fictional island of Nollop off the coast of South Carolina. Nollop was named after Nevin Nollop, author of the immortal phrase containing all the letters of the alphabet, “The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.” Now Ella finds herself acting to save her friends, family, and fellow citizens from the encroaching totalitarianism of the island’s Council, which has banned the use of certain letters of the alphabet as they fall from a memorial statue of Nevin Nollop. As the letters progressively drop from the statue they also disappear from the novel. The result is "a love letter to alphabetarians and logomaniacs everywhere" (Myla Goldberg, bestselling author of Bee Season).

Welcome to Higby, a small town in northern Mississippi. Over one extraordinary Labor Day weekend, we meet, in interwoven narratives, an unforgettable cast of characters. Stewie Kipp and Marci Luck, whose love has grown stale; Carmen Valentine and Euless Ludlam, whose shared, debilitating shyness threatens to derail a barely-started relationship; the Reverend Oren Cullen, a widower struggling to resolve ties to his emotionally distant son Clint in the midst of lingering grief and a midlife crisis; Tula Gilmurray, whose love for her brother Hank can't heal her worry over his fading mind; and Talitha Leigh, whose thirst for adventure delivers her into the hands of a food cult. Funny, intricate and sweetly touching, with the narrative energy of an Altman movie, Welcome to Higby is a Southern-comical tale about simple dreams both realised and thwarted by the complexities of the human heart. Ella Minnow Pea has sold 20,000 copies to date

The novel presents a unique narrative structure, unfolding through footnotes that detail the eccentric life of Jonathan Blashette, a three-legged circus performer and deodorant mogul. Mark Dunn, who appears as Blashette's biographer, faces a setback when his manuscript is ruined, leaving only the footnotes to convey Blashette's story. These footnotes encompass a mix of commentary, historical snippets, and cultural references, creating a humorous and insightful portrayal of Blashette's life while reflecting broader themes in American culture.

Exploring the lives of five young female friends, this narrative weaves together the voices of five different authors, each set against unique historical backdrops. The story begins with a manuscript from the mid-1860s, possibly by Elizabeth Gaskell, which inspires four subsequent retellings across different eras. The final author creatively compiles these versions into a cohesive literary pastiche, allowing the central narrative to unfold through alternating chapters that highlight the distinct perspectives and styles of each author.

The book delves into the modeling of weakly nonlinear systems using Volterra series analysis, establishing necessary conditions for representing nonlinearities. It introduces a two-condition convergence criterion and a technique for determining Volterra transfer functions. Additionally, it extends the analysis to systems with multiple nodes through the method of nonlinear currents, specifically applied to a MESFET amplifier. The discussion also includes approaches to quantify nonlinear behavior, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding these complex systems.

The book presents seven short plays, each utilizing an interview format to explore various facets of the human experience. Ranging from comedic to deeply tragic, the narratives include scenarios such as a job interview for a secretary position that causes distress for her boss, and a biographer's unsettling discovery about her subject. This elemental theatre setup, featuring three actors and minimal props, allows for a focused examination of character and emotion, making each piece a poignant reflection on life’s complexities.

Struggling with a deep sense of unease, John Barron grapples with his identity and a relentless fear of an unseen threat. His nomadic lifestyle, marked by frequent changes in location and employment, only intensifies his anxiety as he feels pursued by a malevolent force. This psychological tension drives the narrative, exploring themes of fear, belonging, and the search for safety amidst chaos.

The six Walker sisters reunite for a weekend filled with personal crises, starting with their mother’s unexpected behavior in her nursing home. As they navigate this situation, they confront Peggy's financial troubles caused by a deceitful boyfriend, alongside Aneece and Paige's marital issues. The story explores family dynamics, the challenges of aging, and the bonds that keep sisters connected despite life's chaos.