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A brief cultural history of crying while reading.

A brief cultural history of crying while reading.

By Janet Manley | July 28, 2023

A literary guide to crying in New York City.

A literary guide to crying in New York City.

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On the Patchwork Approach to Piecing Together a Book

On the Patchwork Approach to Piecing Together a Book

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12 Books Guaranteed to Make You Cry

12 Books Guaranteed to Make You Cry

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