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The Discreet Hero by Mario Vargas Llosa (Contemporary Paperback)

A Grand Old Time: The Hilarious and Heartwarming Romantic Comedy by Judy Leigh

Discover a charming, laugh‑out‑loud romantic comedy where love blooms in the most unexpected moments. “A Grand Old Time” by Judy Leigh is heartwarming, witty, and utterly delightful.

The Time Machine: A Norton Critical Edition by H.G. Wells

Wanderer, Are You Coming to Spa? - Short Stories by Heinrich Böll

Georges Perec's 'An Attempt at Exhausting a Place in Paris': A Literary Exploration of Urban Observation

A playful, meticulous exploration of Paris, Georges Perec’s “An Attempt at Exhausting a Place in Paris” catalogs every detail of a city block with humorous precision, revealing the hidden rhythms of urban life.

Hopscotch by Julio Cortázar - Contemporary Edition

Le consentement by Vanessa Springora

Why Why Why - Open Letter

Changer l'eau des fleurs by Valerie Perrin

La ragazza di Bube by Carlo Cassola

Burger's Daughter by Nadine Gordimer

A poignant, generational saga of a South African family navigating love, politics and identity during apartheid, told through the eyes of an introspective daughter who questions her own beliefs.

A River Runs Through It and Other Stories - Norman Maclean, Paperback, Fiction, Short Stories, Literature, 288 pages

Explore Norman MacLean’s lyrical storytelling in *A River Runs Through It and Other Stories*, a collection of beautifully crafted short tales that weave nature, family, and philosophy into an unforgettable literary journey.

Gehen, ging, gegangen by Jenny Erpenbeck

El Club Dumas / The Club Dumas (Paperback) by Arturo Pérez-Reverte

Jean de Florette (Film) - Directed by Claude Berri, based on the novel by Marcel Pagnol, French drama film released in 1986, features themes of rural life and conflict over land and water rights in Provence

Jean de Florette follows an ambitious young farmer's quest for land and survival in 1930s Provence, exploring family rivalries, resource scarcity, and the relentless forces of nature that shape rural life.

Slow Homecoming by Peter Handke, published by New York Review Books

Short Letter, Long Farewell by Paul Auster

La Nausee by Jean-Paul Sartre - Novel, Existentialism, French Literature, Published in 1938, Philosophical Themes, Character-driven narrative, First-person perspective

Sartre’s debut novel immerses readers in a stark existential crisis, following a lone narrator who wrestles with absurdity and alienation amid post‑war Paris, exposing the heavy burden of personal freedom.

The Great Pretenders Costume Accessories

Hum If You Don't Know the Words (Book) - Characteristics: Fiction, Young Adult, Contemporary, Coming-of-Age, Themes of loss and friendship, Set against the backdrop of apartheid in South Africa

Les faux-monnayeurs by André Gide

The Uncertainty of Hope (Paperback) by Weaver Press

Le Mystère Henri Pick (Folio)

A charming, quirky mystery set in Paris: young journalist Julien discovers a bizarre crime and must solve the puzzle while navigating love, art, and secrets of the city’s hidden history.

Erich Maria Remarque Im Westen nichts Neues - Ohne Material

A stark, unflinching chronicle of trench life, this edition presents Remarque’s raw depiction of war’s futility and the shattered hopes of young soldiers, captured in concise, powerful prose.

Scontro di civiltà per un ascensore in Piazza Vittorio by Amara Lakhous, published by Arnoldo Mondadori Editore

A quirky courtroom drama unfolds when a malfunctioning elevator in Rome’s Piazza Vittorio becomes the battleground for competing cultural identities, and Amara Lakhous turns every lift call into a sharp, humorous commentary on modern society.

Marriage of a Thousand Lies by Chelsea M. Cameron - Fiction Novel, Contemporary Romance, LGBTQ+ Themes, 304 pages, Published by Soho Press

A vibrant tale of two lovers entangled in a web of secrets, where every confession feels like a gamble—trust is fragile, passion fierce, and truth the ultimate twist.

My Best Friend's Exorcism by Grady Hendrix - Novel, Horror, Comedy, Young Adult Fiction, Supernatural Elements, Friendship Themes, Set in the 1980s

A quirky horror comedy where a teen’s best friend turns into a demon, forcing an unlikely exorcist to team up with her for a supernatural showdown set in the neon‑lit 1980s.

Death Note: Another Note - The Los Angeles BB Murder Cases (Hardback)

Delve into the dark world of Death Note in this gripping novel, where a mysterious killer targets victims in LA, leaving only cryptic clues behind.

The Best Short Stories 2021: The O. Henry Prize Winners (The O. Henry Prize Collection) (Paperback)

A curated collection of the finest short stories honored with the 2021 O. Henry Prize, featuring diverse voices and masterful storytelling that captures contemporary life’s fleeting moments and profound truths.

Midnight Robber by Nalo Hopkinson - Novel, Science Fiction, Magical Realism, Caribbean Culture, Coming-of-Age Story, Themes of Identity and Resistance

Toni Morrison Box Set: The Bluest Eye, Song of Solomon, Beloved - Vintage Books

Split Tooth by Tanya Tagaq

Suspended Sentences: Three Novellas by Patrick Modiano, published by Yale University Press

A trio of evocative novellas that weave memory, longing, and the quiet weight of absence, offering a nuanced portrait of postwar France through Modiano’s lyrical, reflective prose.

Leonardo da Vinci: A Mind in Motion - Book, Biography, Art History, Hardcover Edition, 288 pages, Published by National Geographic

Explore the genius of Leonardo da Vinci through vivid storytelling and stunning visuals—an engaging biography that brings his inventions, art, and relentless curiosity to life for readers of all ages.

LA CIUDAD Y LOS PERROS / LA TABLA DE FLANDES (debolsillo) - Novels, literature, paperback editions

Debolsillo Novela: LA CIUDAD Y LOS PERROS, LA REINA DEL SUR

In a pulse‑racing saga set amid Mexico’s drug wars, a former smuggler rises to command a cartel, weaving intrigue, loyalty, and ruthless ambition across the border in this compelling Spanish novel.