I love stories that work as metaphors for our deeper selves, so The Little Prince was a natural choice. This story unfolds as an enchanting journey between a pilot and a young boy who’s traveled from a distant asteroid, each chapter feeling like a philosophical puzzle about life, love, and loneliness. Saint-Exupéry’s prose is deceptively simple—every line feels intentional, and it lingers in your mind long after you turn the page. There’s a soft, unhurried pace to it, like watching petals fall, yet it’s also heartbreakingly insightful, especially in its view on innocence and wonder.
This story resonates with me because it shares something I value in my writing—a sense of discovery through subtle, often hidden layers. Like The Little Prince, I aim to create narratives where readers can find new meanings in the quiet, metaphorical spaces. I’d recommend it to anyone who loves stories that blend whimsy with depth, leaving you with reflections on what truly matters in life.
Few stories are as widely read and as universally cherished by children and adults alike as 'The Little Prince'. Richard Howard's new translation of the beloved classic-published to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Antoine de Saint-Exupery's birth-beautifully reflects Saint-Exupery's unique and gifted style. Howard, an acclaimed poet and one of the preeminent translators of our time, has excelled in bringing the English text as close as possible to the French, in language, style, and most important, spirit. The artwork in this new edition has been restored to match in detail and in colour Saint-Exupery's original artwork. By combining the new…
I was drawn to The Elephant Vanishes because of Murakami’s unique ability to make the strange feel oddly familiar. The stories in this collection range from the fantastical to the eerily mundane, with each one pulling you into a world that feels like a dream you can’t shake. Murakami’s language is concise yet loaded with atmosphere, and he masterfully balances mystery with a sense of nostalgia. These stories are often left open-ended, creating a feeling that reality and dreams are intertwined—a style I deeply appreciate.
Murakami’s approach reminds me of the power in subtly blending the surreal with the familiar, which is something I aim to do as well. The Elephant Vanishes would be perfect for readers who enjoy exploring the gray areas between reality and imagination and savor stories that linger long after the last page.
A dizzying short story collection that displays Murakami's genius for uncovering the surreal in the everyday, the extraordinary within the ordinary
*Featuring the story 'Barn Burning', the inspiration behind the Palme d'Or nominated film Burning*
When a man's favourite elephant vanishes, the balance of his whole life is subtly upset. A couple's midnight hunger pangs drive them to hold up a McDonald's. A woman finds she is irresistible to a small green monster that burrows through her front garden. An insomniac wife wakes up in a twilight world of semi-consciousness in which anything seems possible - even death.
I love stories that offer a journey of self-discovery within a magical world, and Gaiman’s Stardust does just that. It follows the tale of a young man who crosses into a realm of magic to find a fallen star for his beloved, only to uncover truths about himself and the nature of love. Gaiman’s language is rich and poetic, immersing you in this magical land without losing a dark, whimsical tone. It’s paced like a fairy tale, yet there’s a maturity to it that’s deeply resonant for adult readers.
I’m drawn to Gaiman’s ability to weave myth and reality seamlessly, a balance I strive for in my own work. This book is ideal for anyone who loves a story that combines adventure with introspection, or fairy tales with a more adult perspective.
Now a major motion picture—this charming fairy tale by the #1 New York Times bestselling author, weaves a magical story set long ago in the tiny English village of Wall, a place where things are not quite what they seem.
Go and catch a falling star . . .
Tristran Thorn promises to bring back a fallen star for his beloved, the hauntingly beautiful Victoria Forester—and crosses the wall that divides his English country town from another, more dangerous world of lords and witches, all of them in search of the star. Rich with adventure and magic, Stardust is one…
Mystical messages, parallel worlds, and a dream ahead.
In a realm where you are a fairytale hero, you escape your book to embark on a self-discovery quest to write your own story. But as you step out, relentless chasers threaten your dream. You must solve challenges in parallel tales to collect clues that guide your way. After much psychological growth, a fatal message questions your entire journey. Can you write your own story or will you be trapped in a life you don’t want?
Perfect for magical realism fans of Haruki Murakami and Neil Gaiman, "Your Fairytale" by bestselling author Dr. Yuki Carlsson tells a spellbinding meta-narrative about belonging and self-fulfilment.
