Cryptic fable, social commentary, black comedy, subverted myth, potted history, cautionary tale, psychological drama, flight of fancy, slice of life, redemption story. Transit Lounge is a collection of stories that depict facets of life and history in Aotearoa, New Zealand. It does so through a variety of genres and styles as a cast of eclectic characters confront their destinies against a background of change and crisis. Each is a standalone tale, yet characters reappear and themes resonate throughout the collection, resulting in a colourful mosaic.