Fiction: Reading for Fun

A collection of short stories by Alice Walker, first published in 1973. This anthology features a series of narratives that center on the lives and experiences of Black women, exploring a diverse range of themes such as identity, race, gender, and social issues.

Ambrose Bierce was a notable American writer, journalist, and satirist, primarily recognized for his short stories and his cynical and sardonic wit. His most famous work is "The Devil's Dictionary," a collection of satirical definitions that skewer various aspects of society and human nature.

Short stories written by Ambrose E. Gonzales who grew up speaking the Gullah language with slaves working on his family's South Carolina plantation

Chekhov's stories often reflect the depth of human emotions, the intricacies of interpersonal relationships, and the struggles and aspirations of ordinary people, offering readers an intimate and perceptive view of the human condition.

This anthology includes Thomas's vivid and lyrical short stories that encompass a range of themes and styles.

A tragic novella set in a small, bleak New England town. The story revolves around Ethan Frome, a man trapped in a loveless marriage with his sickly wife, Zeena.

A collection of short stories written by the renowned American author Ernest Hemingway. Originally published in 1925, this was Hemingway's first major work of fiction and played a significant role in shaping his reputation as a notable writer.

Men Without Women is a collection of short stories by Ernest Hemingway that explore themes of love, loss, and masculinity. The stories are set in a variety of locations and feature a diverse cast of characters. Men Without Women is a classic work of American literature that is sure to stay with you long after you finish reading it.

The definitive collection by the man whose craft and vision remains an enduring influence on generations of readers and writers. Contains twenty-one stories not included in the 1938 omnibus "The first forty-nine."

Ernest Hemingway, one of the most influential American writers of the 20th century, was renowned for his succinct and powerful writing style. His short stories are widely celebrated for their crisp prose, vivid settings, and exploration of themes such as war, human resilience, love, and the complexities of the human condition.

Southern short stories.

A collection of short stories written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, originally published posthumously in 1962. The stories revolve around the character Pat Hobby, a down-and-out screenwriter trying to navigate the Hollywood film industry during its golden age.

The collection includes several other short stories that showcase Fitzgerald's distinctive writing style and themes. Some of the stories in this collection include "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," "May Day," "The Rich Boy," and more.

The collection that established O'Connor's reputation as one of the American masters of the short story. The volume contains the celebrated title story, a tale of the murderous fugitive The Misfit, as well as The Displaced Person and eight other stories.

"The Complete Stories" is a comprehensive collection that brings together all of O'Connor's short fiction, offering readers a complete view of her celebrated works.

A collection of renowned works by Franz Kafka, a celebrated figure in literature. This anthology includes several of Kafka's influential and thought-provoking short stories.

An anthology that compiles a diverse selection of Jewish-themed stories from a broad range of authors.

A compilation of short stories by the acclaimed American author Jean Stafford. Stafford was a noted writer of the mid-20th century, celebrated for her skillful and incisive storytelling.

A collection of short stories that captures the essence of life in the American West.

John Updike's most various collection, a book as full of departures and surprises as the historical period that produced them. Some stories, such as the title piece, have the tone and personality of essays. Others objectify the chimeras of middle-class life, especially life in a fictional New England enclave called Tarbox.

A collection of short stories by the acclaimed American author John Updike. This anthology showcases Updike's masterful storytelling and keen observations of everyday life.

A collection of short stories written by John Updike, published in 1979. The book is a compilation of interconnected stories that depict the life and relationships of the Maples, a fictional married couple, Richard and Joan.

A collection of short stories by the acclaimed American author John Updike, published in 1987. Known for his keen observations of everyday life and human nature, Updike's short stories in this collection reflect on various aspects of contemporary American existence.

These three novellas by Conrad offer a blend of seafaring adventure, introspection, and exploration of the human condition set against the backdrop of colonialism and the maritime world.

It tells the story of Edna Pontellier, a married woman who grapples with societal expectations, motherhood, and her own desires. Feeling stifled by the conventions of the late 19th-century Creole society in New Orleans, Edna seeks independence and self-discovery, rejecting the traditional roles expected of women in her time.

a collection of stories by the celebrated New Zealand writer Katherine Mansfield. This collection, selected and edited by Vincent O'Sullivan, presents a curated selection of Mansfield's short fiction.

A collection of Langston Hughes' short fiction, which showcases his talent for storytelling alongside his renowned poetry and essays.

A short story that explores the life of Emily Grierson, a woman from a prominent family in a Southern town. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of the townspeople, who witness Emily's reclusive and unconventional life.

This collection brings together twenty-one of Mr. Taylor's best stories, written over thirty years. It ranges in time from "A Spinster's Tale" (1940) to "Dean of Men" (1969), and confirms what has long been known to discriminating readers: Peter Taylor's place in modern American fiction is very high.

A long monologue by Alexander Portnoy, a young Jewish American man, to his psychiatrist. Portnoy confesses his deepest desires and insecurities, including his obsessive preoccupation with sex and his guilt-ridden relationship with his mother.

A collection of short stories and poems by Stephen Vincent Benét, first published in 1946.

"Mary Ventura and the Ninth Kingdom" is a short story written by Sylvia Plath. The story was originally penned when Plath was a student at Smith College. Initially rejected for publication by a women's magazine, the story was thought to be lost but was rediscovered decades later.

A collection of short stories written by the acclaimed English author Thomas Hardy.

A comprehensive collection of short stories by Thomas Wolfe, a renowned American author known for his rich, descriptive prose and explorations of American life.

A posthumous collection of works by Thomas Wolfe, one of the great American novelists of the early 20th century. The book was published in 1941, following Wolfe's death. It includes a selection of his short stories, essays, and excerpts from his longer, unfinished novels, providing a glimpse into Wolfe's varied and extensive literary output.

A comprehensive collection that gathers Faulkner's various short stories. The collection includes his most celebrated and lesser-known works, providing a full view of his talent and diversity as a writer.

Contains the American novelist's greatest short novels: Spotted Horses, Old Man, and The Bear.

This collection brings together a diverse range of short stories that exemplify the richness, depth, and variety of Irish storytelling.