“Our last impression of her as she turned the corner was that smile, flung backward like a handful of flowers.”
― Crossing to Safety
― Crossing to Safety
“One single syllable of intimacy and the world is put to rights.”
― The Absolutist
― The Absolutist
“At the bottom of every frozen heart there is a drop or two of love―just enough to feed the birds.”
― Tropic of Cancer
― Tropic of Cancer
“Moving on, as a concept, is for stupid people, because any sensible person knows grief is a long-term project.”
― Grief Is the Thing with Feathers
― Grief Is the Thing with Feathers
Newest Literary Fiction
— 1500 members
— last activity 13 minutes ago
Discover and share your discovery of the most recently published literary fiction. If you love reading novels before anyone else decides they are good ...more
Boxall's 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die
— 21925 members
— last activity 21 minutes ago
For those attempting the crazy feat of reading all 1001 books! For discerning bibliophiles and readers who enjoy unforgettable classic literature, 10 ...more
Shelly’s 2025 Year in Books
Take a look at Shelly’s Year in Books, including some fun facts about their reading.
More friends…
Favorite Genres
Polls voted on by Shelly
Lists liked by Shelly























































