Short Stories

“Long before immigration was a topic we debated daily, sometimes hourly, Edwidge Danticat wrote for, and about, immigrants.”

When you’re a dedicated novel reader, it’s hard to switch to short stories. That format is just too . . .

“Puntí is clever without ever being saccharine, literary in choice of phrase without ever being obtuse—always a joy to read.”

Maggie Brown & Others is a book of shorter-than-most stories that is finished off with a shorter-than-most novel, or novella.

“a promising debut from a graceful and compassionate writer.”

“If Jorge Luis Borges’ fables had deep human dimension, they would read like Chiang’s tales; Chiang’s writing deserves to be treated with equal respect and reverence.”

“Guestbook is best appreciated as a portable art installation. The book is enigmatic at every turn, but gorgeously realized.

“Wounds will no doubt be remembered as one of the most disquieting and memorable short story collections to come out this year.”

“Hempel’s stripped-down prose carries enormous emotional weight. Her writing is devoid of all clichés.

“Scenes from the Heartland is a book to read for anyone interested in American values and history, told in lingering prose that sinks into the soul.”

“The Handsome Monk and Other Stories is engaging, charming, and often dark. It offers a rare and apparently honest view of modern Tibet . . .”

“J. S. Breukelaar is a writer of obvious talent, demonstrated over and over in this collection.”