With time, our attention span is becoming shorter. Do you remember the last time you sat down and read a book and finished it in a few days? We all have become so busy that now we do not get enough time to read, yet we miss those times when we could easily read in our spare time without any stress. This blog features five short and impactful reads perfect for busy readers

Sitting on a Park Bench By Robi Roy

Life is busy, and amid the chaos of life, readers find it difficult to get time for reading. So, in that case, ‘Sitting on a Park Bench’ is one of the most perfect stories for avid readers. This captivating read is a delight for every reader and revolves around memories. Sometimes, old memories hit you out of nowhere, with no particular reason, no disclaimer. One day, when you are busy in the hustle and bustle of your daily life routine or simply sitting somewhere silently, boom, the past hits you. Something similar happened with Robi and Vic, two old friends sitting on a park bench, and suddenly, the chill air of fall reminded Robi of their university days. From the mysterious creature they encountered in the Gymkhana after the concert, the social event they crashed illegally, the war that caused quarrels on the campus, and many more things, they both unfolded the flood of memories and the fear they encountered. And if you want to explore this captivating story, get your hands on this book now from our website.

It Is in You By Darlene Hawes

Do you also want to start reading stories that leave a long-lasting impact on you and make you realize how important it is to have self-awareness but struggle with reading long self-reflective and self-improvement books? ‘It Is in You’ is the treasure you are looking for. Featuring real and fictitious characters entangled between life challenges, this collection of short stories beautifully narrates the power of your potential and a path to self-discovery for a contentful life. While many people peacefully surrender themselves, some choose self-destruction. The engulfing tapestry of energy and truth unravelled in this book reveals the secrets of victory.

What's Love Got to Do With It? By Steven Lundquist

There are always some stories that make us wonder about things that lie beyond the surface of thinking. Immerse yourself in these four short stories that are so different from each other, just like the moon and sun, but at the same time have something that connects them both at the level of understanding, which is an overwhelming loss of hope. These stories let us understand that sometimes a new beginning is a restoration of hope, and love is the common factor that connects everything. But why should you read this book? Well, if you are looking for something extraordinary that also takes less of your time and leaves you jaw-dropping, this is worth reading.

Tales from the Great Marsh By Jean-Michel-Mabeko-Tail

The effect cultural stereotypes and societal conformity possess on our lives has a strong impact that we can never deny. This compelling narration is a collection of short stories that revolve around the complex life in a contemporary African society that still believes in old traditional beliefs and practices. It is a society deeply rooted in existential situations such as modern politics and death. It is a great read for all book lovers with an interest in cultural and social backgrounds. There is no doubt why these short stories are in the top recommendations of Austin Macauley Publisher's book collection.

The Art of Dying By Jere Truer

Concepts like death, grief, and serious and delicate health issues like cancer are often explained in a sugar-coated way considering the sensitivity of the topic and the effect on people going through such situations, but sometimes raw and unfiltered expression of these delicate matters lets us understand the depth of them in a more relatable way. Jere Truer beautifully expressed, through her work, these serious matters in the hope that these short poems will surely let us validate the feelings of individuals dealing with these things and let us understand their grief. ‘The Art of Dying’ is a beautiful yet very sensitive collection that will surely touch your heart and will not take much of your time.

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