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Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – Universally Loved Children’s Fantasy

Among those who speak English, who hasn’t heard of the name “Harry Potter”? Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone is a book that is enjoyed by children and adults alike. Harry Potter is a young boy who lives with his uncle, aunt, and cousin because his own parents died a long time back. He is not happy there, but he has no other choice, and then he receives an invitation to join a magic school. Soon, a magician visits him and his whole life changes. He is not a boring little guy but a popular wizard with great powers.

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The Answer Is No by Fredrik Backman – A Humour-Filled Novella that Feels Like a Friendly Hug

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Lucas is a man who is happy alone – he does some computer job for a living, and enjoys his free time with video games, wine, and pad thai. There is no room for other people in his apartment, in his life, or in his mind. Until the appearance of a frying pan changes it all, and he is now forced to engage in conversations with others. A humourous short read from the author of “A Man Called Ove”.

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My Evil Mother: A Short Story by Margaret Atwood

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“My Evil Mother” is an amusing, light-hearted short story that narrates the experiences of being a daughter, in first person, as she grows up, with her mother always being there, many a times, in controlling ways, while also giving her all the love possible, in her own weird ways. There are plenty of funny references to witchcraft and paranormal life but the central theme is the relationship between a mother and her daughter, with a feminist touch.

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