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This installment in The Forgetters series continues to explore themes of memory and identity through a unique narrative style. The story delves into the complexities of forgetting and remembering, weaving emotional depth with thought-provoking questions about the human experience. Readers can expect a blend of poignant moments and Eggers's signature wit, offering a fresh perspective on the struggles of maintaining connections in an ever-changing world.

Cole's solitary life is disrupted when his noisy new neighbors, Daphne and her children, move in next door, forcing him to reconsider his quiet existence. Initially overwhelmed, he transforms into a helpful older gentleman, embracing a new identity shaped by his interactions with them and their peculiar cats. This third installment of The Forgetters series delves into themes of forgiveness, grace, and the joy of being needed, ultimately highlighting the profound impact relationships can have on personal growth and happiness.

Set within the whimsical world of The Forgetters series, this fifth novella explores themes of memory and identity through its unique characters and narrative style. It delves into the intricacies of forgetting and the emotional landscapes that accompany it, offering readers a poignant reflection on the nature of remembrance and loss. With Eggers's signature blend of humor and depth, this installment invites readers to navigate the complexities of human experience in a thought-provoking manner.

The story follows beat reporter Lionel Vratimos, who faces the challenges of covering the struggling San Francisco Giants while dealing with personal and professional frustrations. His mundane life takes a turn when new pitcher Nathan Couture arrives, bringing a fresh perspective and genuine appreciation for the game. This encounter sparks a comedic and lyrical exploration of baseball, camaraderie, and the beauty of storytelling, highlighting the contrast between Lionel's disillusionment and Nathan's enthusiasm.

From New York Timesbestselling author Dave Eggers comes a deadpan take on creativity and persistence, as told through the eyes of a humpback whale looking for a new song

Johannes ist ein freier Hund in einem Stadtpark am Meer. Seine Aufgabe ist es, die Augen zu sein – alles zu sehen, was im Park passiert, und den Ältesten des Parks, drei Bisons, Bericht zu erstatten. Seine Freunde, eine Möwe, ein Waschbär, ein Eichhörnchen und ein Pelikan, helfen Johannes beim Beobachten der Menschen und Tiere und sorgen dafür, dass das Gleichgewicht im Park erhalten bleibt. Doch Veränderungen sind im Gange. Immer mehr Menschen kommen in den Park, auch gefährliche, ein neues Gebäude mit geheimnisvollen und hypnotisierenden Rechtecken wird errichtet, und dann tauchen auch noch Ziegen auf – eine ganze Bootsladung Ziegen – und mit ihnen eine schockierende Enthüllung, die Johannes’ Sicht auf die Welt für immer verändert.

Ce n'est que la deuxième fois que ce petit garçon voit sa grand-mère venue le garder. Il n'est pas rassuré. Elle est bizarre. Mais bientôt, cette grand-mère pas comme les autres l'invite à se transformer en jaguar aux yeux d'or, et tous deux partent à travers des paysages somptueux. Féroces, intrépides, lestes, félins, comme en rêve ils gravissent des montagnes et boivent de l'eau au goût de clair de lune... [site de l'éd.]

The story features Helen, a reclusive invitation designer, and her adventurous uncle Peter, who challenges her comfort zone. Their decision to attend a party together transforms into a humorous exploration of social gatherings and the complexities of human connection. As they navigate the world outside Helen's home, the narrative delves into the joys and pitfalls of stepping beyond familiar boundaries, making it a witty and thought-provoking reflection on celebration and companionship.

Free dog Johannes' job is to observe everything that happens in his urban park and report back to the park's three bison elders, but changes are afoot, including more humans, a new building, a boatload of goats, and a shocking revelation that changes his view of the world.

"Our first-ever issue-length foray into horror, and featuring one of our biggest lineups in some time, our seventy-first issue is one for the ages. Guest-edited by Brian Evenson, McSweeney's 71: The Monstrous and the Terrible is a hair-raising collection of fiction that will challenge the notion of what horror has been, and suggest what twenty-first-century horror is and can be. There's Stephen Graham Jones's eerie take on the alien abduction story, Mariana Enríquez's haunting tale of childhood hijinks gone awry, and Jeffrey Ford on a writer who loses control of his characters. Nick Antosca (cocreator of the award-winning TV series The Act) spins out a novelette about the hidden horrors of wine country. There's Kristine Ong Muslim exploring environmental horror in the Philippines; a sharp-edged folk tale by Gabino Iglesias, and Diné writer Natanya Ann Pulley reimagining sci-fi horror from an Indigenous perspective. Hungarian writer Attila Veres proffers a dark take on the not-so-hidden sociopathy of multilevel marketing. And Erika T. Wurth explores the dark gaps leading to other worlds. If that weren't enough: an excerpt from a new novel by Brandon Hobson; a chilling allegorical horror story by Senaa Ahmad; a Lovecraftian bildungsroman by Lincoln Michel; unsettling dream cities from Nick Mamatas; M. T. Anderson's exceptionally weird take on babysitting; and, improbably, much more."--