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Staff Picks “I wadn’t aware that words could hold so much. I didn’t know a sentence could be so full.” “...judgement had no place here. Evil was not in play, just life pulsing on, even at the expense of some of the participants. Biology sees right and wrong as the same color in different light. Nothing seemed too indecorous as long as the tick & the tock of life carried on. She knew this was not a dark side to Nature, just inventive ways to endure against all odds.” favored by Jessica Dolan Clarendon
Contrary to the title, the book’s six stories are soft and intimate, taking a glimpse into the human psyche of everyday people. Whether it be a teenage girl attempting standup for the first time or lovers who meet at a 12-step recovery program, Tomine has the ability to tell any story with grace and honesty. favored by brian luong
“It is a very funny thing that the sleepier you are, the longer you take about getting to bed.” favored by aveed khaki