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Edward P. Jones
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Number of Pages
395
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This is a distinguished annual short story collection for adult readers that brings together twenty prize-winning stories from magazines published in the previous year. The central aim is to illuminate the breadth and texture of contemporary life through compact, powerful narratives. The intended reader is adult fiction lovers who enjoy a range of voices and themes, with an emotional tone that ranges from intimate and reflective to adventurous and provocative.
The content is presented as a story-led collection with varied prose styles and a reader-friendly flow. In addition to the twenty stories, readers will find an introduction by the guest editor and brief reflections from the winning writers on what inspired each piece, plus an extensive resource list of magazines that publish short fiction. The result is a distinctive reading experience that showcases both breadth and depth, from lyrical passages to sharper, tighter storytelling.
Readers move through a mosaic of intimate journeys—moments of memory, family, work, migration, and resilience—told through voices that range from spare to richly lyrical. The collection invites close reading, thoughtful interpretation, and discussion about craft, making it a compelling choice for book clubs and curious readers alike.
After finishing, readers gain a broader understanding of contemporary fiction, an awareness of diverse storytelling approaches, and renewed curiosity to seek out more short fiction across magazines and beyond.
Product Details
Author
Edward P. Jones
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
395
Language
English
SKU
9780593689608
ISBN
9780593689608
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13.18x2.06x20.24cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 699
₹ 665
₹ 34 Off