This week, we're doing a deep dive into seven essential short story collections. We cover books that span the entire emotional spectrum: from Argentine gothic horror and Korean surrealism to sharp American satire and the most swoon-worthy love stories you've ever read. If you only listen to one episode about short stories, make it this one!
Non-Book Things
3rd Annual Ostomy Race for Awareness
Books Mentioned
Exhaltations by Ted Chaing
The Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist
Short Story Collections:
Things We Lost in the Fire by Mariane Enrique
Out There by Katie Folk
The Office of Historical Corrections by Danielle Evans
The Rock Eaters by Brenda Peynado
Cursed Bunny by Bora Chung
Her Body and Other Parties by Her Body and Other Parties
Love in Color by Bolu Babalola
Book Club Pick!
Slewfoot: A Tale of Bewitchery by Brom
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