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Shadows of the Past
Marie sat in the town's old café, a cup of coffee in hand, lost in thought. The walls, covered with yellowed photographs, seemed to whisper forgotten stories to her. She thought back to the last time she met her father, a mysterious man whose secrets weighed on their lives like a lingering shadow.
By Christine Hochet7 months ago in BookClub
The Echo of a Lost Future
The Vestiges of the Past In a city where glass and steel skyscrapers still rose above the ruins of a bygone era, the world had transformed. Pollution and climate change had left their indelible marks, and nature, once pushed aside, was beginning to reclaim its rights. The young scientist, Lena, wandered among the rubble of ancient structures, searching for answers to questions that had haunted her since childhood.
By Christine Hochet7 months ago in BookClub
The business fair
The long-awaited day had finally arrived: the Business Fair was in full swing. In a vast exhibition center, thousands of visitors crowded between the booths, excited by the hope of discovering new opportunities. Entrepreneurs, young and old, came to present their innovations while seeking to make valuable contacts.
By Christine Hochet7 months ago in BookClub
Sophie’s World: A Journey That Redefines Reality
What if a simple letter in your mailbox could unravel the mysteries of existence? What if the history of human thought wasn’t confined to textbooks but played out in a thrilling story filled with riddles, revelations, and philosophical twists? Sophie’s World by Jostein Gaarder is not just a novel—it’s a literary portal into the heart of philosophy, disguised as a coming-of-age mystery. First published in 1991, the book has captivated millions of readers around the globe with one deceptively simple question: Who are you?
By Bubble Chill Media 7 months ago in BookClub
The wedding salon
In the heart of the city, a long-awaited event was approaching: the wedding fair. Couples, families, and event professionals gathered in a large, elaborately decorated hall. The aisles were lined with booths, each promising a glimpse of the love stories to come.
By Christine Hochet7 months ago in BookClub
The Beijing Book Fair
An exciting message from Bristol novelist Nery McMahon. I am so very happy to announce that my new semi autobiographical, true-crime novel 'The Immigrant Veronicas Story' has recently been featured at the Beijing Book Fair in China between 18th and 22nd June 2025. It was an absolute pleasure to see it on display amongst some of the most recognisable authors in the world and so very humbling to be selected for such a prestigious book event. A very big thank you to the organisers and to everyone involved for showcasing my novel to the book audience of the world.
By Author_Nery McMahon7 months ago in BookClub
A train like no other
Once upon a time, in a small town on the edge of the forest, there lived an old train that had been idle for years. The rusty rails and dusty carriages had become a refuge for the neighborhood children, who ventured out to imagine distant worlds. But to everyone else, this train was just a relic of the past, forgotten and abandoned.
By Christine Hochet7 months ago in BookClub
The mascot (continued)
One afternoon, while they were meeting at the park for a picnic, an idea came to Clara, one of their friends. “Why not organize an event for all the children in the neighborhood? A day of games and activities where Max would be the star!”
By Christine Hochet7 months ago in BookClub
Strange Sally Diamond. Top Story - June 2025.
I picked up this book at the B&N’s Blind Date With a Book display. I loved the entire concept of selecting a mystery book based on a one-sentence teaser. Especially because they were lovingly wrapped by hand and the handwriting must have taken good effort (if they used the cursive it would have been even more attractive). As a public relations professional I think this marketing technique is brilliant, tapping into the book lovers’ serendipitous desire to be surprised with something new.
By Lana V Lynx7 months ago in BookClub
