The Storied Life Of A. J. Fikry [Paperback]

A New York Times Bestseller, a #1 Indie Next Pick, and a #1 LibraryReads Selection

This novel has humor, romance, a touch of suspense, but most of all love--love of books and bookish people and, really, all of humanity in its imperfect glory. Eowyn Ivey, author of The Snow Child

A. J. Fikry, the irascible owner of Island Books, has recently endured some tough years: his wife has died, his bookstore is experiencing the worst sales in its history, and his prized possession--a rare edition of Poe poems--has been stolen. Over time, he has given up on people, and even the books in his store, instead of offering solace, are yet another reminder of a world that is changing too rapidly. Until a most unexpected occurrence gives him the chance to make his life over and see things anew.?

Gabrielle Zevins enchanting novel is a love letter to the world of books--an irresistible affirmation of why we read, and why we love.

Readers who delighted in Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrowss The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, Rachel Joyces The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, and Jessica Brockmoles Letters from Skye will be equally captivated by this adult novel by a popular YA author about a life of books, redemption, and second chances. Funny, tender, and moving. Library Journal, starred review

Wade into summer reading with this sweet yet soulful tale of love, loss, the power of friendship--and books. Like sunshine on a breezy spring day, you wont want it to end. Family Circle

Zevin perfectly captures the joy of connecting people and books . . . Filled with interesting characters, a deep knowledge of bookselling, wonderful critiques of classic titles, and very funny depictions of book clubs and author events, this will prove irresistible to book lovers everywhere. Booklist

Zevin is a deft writer, clever al“Æ