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The Lantern of Lost Memories by Sanaka Hiiragi

Discover Sanaka Hiiragi's debut novel "The Lantern of Lost Memories," a captivating exploration of memory, mortality, and resilience. This magical realism tale follows three lives revisiting their most cherished moments at the cusp of death, offering readers a poignant meditation on the meaning of life and the power of small, everyday acts of heroism.

Sweet Bean Paste by Durian Sukegawa

"Sweet Bean Paste" by Durian Sukegawa is a poignant tale of unlikely friendship, culinary magic, and the deep scars of societal prejudice. Discover why this novel is a must-read for fans of emotional and thought-provoking literature.

More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa

"More Days at the Morisaki Bookshop" is like a warm hug for book lovers. It's a gentle, introspective story that celebrates the power of literature to connect us, heal us, and help us make sense of the world. Yagisawa has created a cast of characters that feel like old friends, and a setting so vivid you can almost smell the pages.

Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa

Satoshi Yagisawa's "Days at the Morisaki Bookshop" is a delightful little novel that will warm the hearts of bibliophiles everywhere. Set in Tokyo's famous...

Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

My impressions of the book varied over the course of reading it. Of the four parts, I found the first part the least engaging and the central character rather bland. Especially the beginning, where too many characters were introduced, building of the backdrop simultaneously and establishing relationships between the characters, made it a little exhausting and confusing to read.

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An Ancient Witch’s Guide to Modern Dating by Cecilia Edward

Discover the spellbinding debut An Ancient Witch’s Guide to Modern Dating by Cecilia Edward—an enchanting cozy fantasy where a 17th-century witch tries to find love in the age of smartphones and dating apps. A heartfelt blend of humor, magic, and romance.

Love’s a Witch by Tricia O’Malley

Discover why Love’s a Witch by Tricia O’Malley is a cozy, magical romance full of Scottish charm, magical mischief, and heartfelt storytelling.

The Healing Hippo of Hinode Park by Michiko Aoyama

Discover the tender and emotionally rich world of The Healing Hippo of Hinode Park by Michiko Aoyama. This heartwarming novel explores loneliness, community, and the quiet courage of healing through five interconnected stories.

The House of Two Sisters by Rachel Louise Driscoll

Rachel Louise Driscoll's debut novel The House of Two...

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