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A young couple each sell their most prized possession to buy a gift for the other. A poignant tale of selfless love.
Albert Camus's novel is the literary embodiment of existential grit. It chronicles Meursault, a man who seems utterly detached from societal norms and emotional expectations. His indifference to grief...
The Best American Short Stories, 2023 is an annual anthology that compiles the finest short stories published in the United States. Each year, it features works from a wide range of authors, including...
A tale of heroine Tsubasa Hanekawa from her own perspective, in her own voice—if that can hold true for a damaged soul who, depending on who you’re asking, suffers from a split personality or a supern...
HOW MUCH IS LIFE TRULY WORTH? Kusunoki used to believe he was destined for great things. Ostracized as a child, he held on to a belief that a good life was waiting for him in the years ahead. Now app...
What Remains of Edith Finch is a first-person narrative exploration game centered around a family cursed with unusual deaths. Players explore the Finch family home, experiencing vignettes of each fami...
The Best American Short Stories, 2022 is an annual anthology that compiles the finest short stories published in the United States. Each year, it features works from a wide range of authors, including...
A diverse anthology of modern Arabic short stories and novel excerpts from the 20th and 21st centuries.
On her day off, Tessa wakes up in her commander chair. After regaining her composure, she notices that her favorite stuffed animal is missing and thus tries to remember what actually transpired the ni...
While walking home, Mikiya Kokutou comes across a familiar sight: Shiki Ryougi standing by a railing amidst the falling snow, just as when he first met her four years ago. While the two talk of their...
