Literary Fiction

The Acorn Stories

Name: The Acorn Stories
Author: Duane Simolke

by Duane Simolke

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Humor and drama. A cat named Morgana Le Fay disrupts an elderly woman’s love life. Swimming laps in a pool makes a young man reflect on his odd encounters. A little boy wants to protect his mom and his brother. A teacher faces bigotry. “A lush tangle of small-town life branches out in this engrossing collection of short stories.” –Kirkus Reviews

What to expect

Mood: Funny Romantic Whimsical
Tropes: Found family Hidden identity
Setting and world: Small town
Pace and shape: A short read
Themes: Family and belonging Friendship Coming of age Grief and healing Identity and self-discovery Secrets and lies

Book details

Author: Duane Simolke
Genre: Literary Fiction

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