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The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, by Gabrielle Zevin

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“I will also admit to an occasional weakness for short-story collections. Customers never want to buy them though.”
Gabrielle
This is true. Short story collections are notoriously difficult to sell. It made economic sense to me that my bookseller, whose bookstore is struggling, would love stocking something no one wanted to buy.
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Isabelle
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Isabelle
Some of the best writing and stories I have ever found were in short-stories. I love how a well written one lets the world/characters feel real instantly while at the same time leaving so much up for …
Mason
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Mason
I really like short stories, but 97% of the time I just get frustrated that there is no more to read in that world. It is very rare that I've read a short story that felt complete without needing more…
Marianne
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Marianne
They are the best books for traveling. It's a short break and then you engage with your trip again.
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