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Fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson

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bars & cafés

Immerse yourself in a collection of vividly illustrated short stories and flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson, inspired by the ambiance of bars and cafés. Börkur brings to life the vibrant social settings where life’s narratives unfold over cups of coffee or glasses of spirits. From introspective characters pondering the complexities of existence to engaging dialogues that illuminate the human experience, these stories capture the essence of these beloved establishments. Drawing from his own fondness for bars and cafés, Börkur seamlessly intertwines personal reflections with the rich tapestry of café culture, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the moments of inspiration and creativity that thrive within these bustling hubs of activity.

Flash fiction

Oui

May 20, 2023August 23, 2024
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Oui

A flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. The storyteller tries to blend into the crowd of the streets of Paris.

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Flash fiction

Love At First Sight

December 7, 2022August 23, 2024
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Love At First Sight

A flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. Love captures the storyteller’s mind as he sips his coffee at a local coffee shop.

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Short stories

What We Want to Want

April 13, 2022March 21, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
What We Want to Want

A short story by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. Valur is confronted with a decision about the future when the past knocks on his door.

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Short stories

Game

February 23, 2022March 21, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Game

A short story by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. A game theorist meets an interesting woman in a restaurant where people gather together to watch a soccer match.

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Flash fiction

The Foreign City Is A Beautiful Maze We Navigate In The Search Of Hidden Gems

February 14, 2019August 23, 2024
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
The Foreign City Is A Beautiful Maze We Navigate In The Search Of Hidden Gems

A flash fiction by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson. On a vibrant square in a foreign city the storyteller sits down and observes the street life that later interweaves with their own life.

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Flash fiction

Senses

October 4, 2017March 30, 2025
by Börkur Sigurbjörnsson
Senses

We are all born with five to six senses, yet the sensitivity of each sense varies greatly from one person to another.

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