A. Dewitt
A. Dewitt asked Will Schwalbe:

Hi Will, I loved your books! However, in the middle of the covid pandemic, I realized that I do not want to read books that are sad. So looking for uplifting fiction, my favorite book this year is The Story of Arthur Truluv by Elizabeth Berg. She also wrote a couple follow ups and I read Night of Miracles. There are so many books to read but currently I can't bother with ones that will depress me. What do you think?

Will Schwalbe Thanks so much for the kind comments about my books! That's such an interesting question. I actually like reading sad books during tough times because it makes me feel so lucky in comparison -- especially if they are REALLY sad. But most of my friends are more in your camp and prefer to read uplifting fiction. So I totally get that. Did you read DEAR EDWARD by Ann Napolitano? I find it's the perfect blend -- a sad premise but an incredibly uplifting ending. Hugely recommend it. Warmest best! Will

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