Small in size, big in feeling
Short stories for a short week
There’s something about a short week that calls for a different kind of book. Not quite enough time to sink into 400 pages, but plenty of time for a story that cuts deep, makes you laugh, or lingers longer than you expected.
This week, we’re leaning into the beauty of short stories. The kind you can read in a single sitting, or carry around with you and dip in and out of.
A few recent favourites worth savouring
Show Don’t Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld
Brand new and already a favourite. These stories are smart, funny, and full of that Sittenfeld magic… the ability to capture a moment, a micro-decision, a social tension, and hold it up to the light. From late night emails to awkward work encounters, each one is quietly sharp and deeply human. Available in our pre-loved store.
Gifted to me by a friend, this collection moves through voices and perspectives with such grace. Thoughtful, precise, and quietly powerful, perfect to keep on your bedside table. Available in our pre-loved store.
Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico
Translated from Italian and shortlisted for the International Booker, this novella reads with the elegance of a short story. Spare, stylish, and quietly unsettling.
A few of these are in our Pre-Loved Bookshop now. Be quick - once they’re gone, they’re gone.
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