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Revisit some of your favorite authors and their short story collections. From Zadie Smith to William Trevor, these highly acclaimed authors share fiction that will transport you to places and …

Feb 21, 2025 · From the gothic horror of Edgar Allan Poe to the literary brilliance of Dima Alzayat, here is our edit of the best short story books and collections.

Apr 24, 2025 · For those who do love short stories, we've compiled our favorite collections here. See our curated recommendations below! The stories move quickly, but their impressions on …

Dec 23, 2019 · All of the usual suspects, but there are some terrific collections in the past decade that have been overlooked. Alice Munro deserves to be on every "best of" list. Pleased to see …

May 8, 2024 · Our favorite short stories and short story collections are all rounded up in one place to help you find the best one-sitting reads!

May 22, 2025 · Here, we showcase the best books of stories that have been nominated for our two prizes – including some that could also be described as novels.

Oct 3, 2025 · In the mood for a tall tale that will make you laugh? We’ve rounded up five of the best funny short story collections that will entertain you, surprise you, and maybe even shock …

Apr 28, 2025 · I get it, and that’s why I’ve rounded up an easy-to-follow guide on the best short story collections across different genres, award-winning titles, classics that still feel fresh …

Dec 4, 2024 · Books by Gina Chung, Pemi Aguda, and Lena Valencia highlight a year of celebrated short story collections