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Dive into illustrated short stories and flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson, drawing inspiration from the world of animals. Meet threatening dogs, anxious polar bears, philosophical toucans, imaginary sharks, unfortunate mosquitos and strangely chromotropic fish. With a keen eye for observation and storytelling, Börkur crafts narratives that delve into the nuances of animal behavior and the complex relationships shared with humanity. Explore these imaginative narratives that offer unique perspectives on the animal kingdom and its interactions with our own species.

Flash fiction

Death of a bullfighter

August 16, 2017March 30, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Death of a bullfighter

A flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. A bullfighter meets their fate outside the village pub, after having spent the night telling stories of their own heroic acts.

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Flash fiction

Sharks

June 14, 2017March 30, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Sharks

A flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. The storyteller reflects on their childhood battles of swimming with sharks.

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Flash fiction

Blood revenge

May 17, 2017March 30, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Blood revenge

A flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. It is not always easy to be an animal friend when confronted with an aggressive mosquito.

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Short stories

What do fish eat?

March 14, 2010April 19, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
What do fish eat?

A short story by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. A logician and a computer scientist have a chat about the diet of fish that brings them to non logical conclusions.

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Short stories

Camels in Amsterdam

March 1, 2007March 21, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Camels in Amsterdam

A short story by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. An Icelandic student in Amsterdam considers an alternative means of transport when it starts snowing.

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