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Dec 23, 2019 · All of the usual suspects, but there are some terrific collections in the past decade that have been overlooked. Alice Munro deserves to be on every "best of" list. Pleased to see …

Our curated short story collections bring together the best classic fiction — from 100 reader-ranked favorites to genre collections like mystery, science fiction, and dystopian fiction.

Revisit some of your favorite authors and their short story collections. From Zadie Smith to William Trevor, these highly acclaimed authors share fiction that will transport you to places and people …

Dec 18, 2025 · But as someone who derives meaning and value from reading short stories, I like compiling an annual best-of list for story collections. And 2025 was an incredible year for short story …

1 day ago · Why Short Story Collections Are a Must-Read This Year As you immerse yourself in the world of literature this year, short story collections are worth your attention because they offer a …

May 22, 2025 · Here, we showcase the best books of stories that have been nominated for our two prizes – including some that could also be described as novels.

Feb 21, 2025 · From the gothic horror of Edgar Allan Poe to the literary brilliance of Dima Alzayat, here is our edit of the best short story books and collections.

For those who do love short stories, we've compiled our favorite collections. See our curated recommendations here!

Aug 27, 2025 · Below are a few of my favorite collections from some of the best short story writers to ever do it. I hope you enjoy it. “When you read a short story, you come out a little more aware and a …