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It isn't often you receive a letter from the dead. When Vianne Rocher receives a letter from beyond the grave, she has no choice but to follow the wind that blows her back to Lansquenet, the village in south-west France where, eight years ago, she opened up a chocolate shop. But Vianne is completely unprepared for what she finds there. Women veiled in black, the scent of spices and peppermint tea, and there, on the bank of the river Tannes, facing the square little tower of the church of Saint-Jerome like a piece on a chessboard - slender, bone-white and crowned with a silver crescent moon - a minaret. Nor is it only the incomers from North Africa that have brought big changes to the community. Father Reynaud, Vianne's erstwhile adversary, is now disgraced and under threat. Could it be that Vianne is the only one who can save him?

Een jonge Canadese vrouw worstelt met onverwerkte jeugdherinneringen uit de tijd dat ze als zevenjarige haar beide ouders verloor.

When Vianne Rocher arrives in the old French village of Lansquenet and opens her chocolate boutique, “La Celeste Praline,” across from the church, Father Reynaud sees her as a threat to his parishioners during Lent, predicting her failure by Easter. Vianne, who doesn’t attend church and practices superstition, begins to charm customers with her delightful confections and intuition for their favorites. Her shop becomes a haven for secrets and grievances, challenging the community's rigid morality. Vianne's plan for an Easter Chocolate Festival creates a divide: can the solemnity of the Church compete with the allure of chocolate? This novel elevates chocolate to a transformative agent, blending rich storytelling with elements of folk tales. Vianne is portrayed as both an archetype and a relatable figure, embodying kindness and the desire for acceptance. She and her daughter Anouk arrive on Shrove Tuesday, a time symbolizing the tension between tradition and liberation. The book, an international bestseller, was quickly adapted into a film featuring a star-studded cast. The inspiration stemmed from a comment about chocolate's significance to women, prompting an exploration of its deep connections to human experiences. Rich in metaphor and beautifully written, this story invites readers to indulge in its enchanting world.

"When Framboise Simon returns to a small village on the banks of the Loire, the locals do not recognize her as the daughter of the infamous woman they hold responsible for a tragedy during the German occupation years ago. But the past and present are inextricably entwined, particularly in a scrapbook of recipes and memories that Framboise has inherited from her mother. And soon Framboise will realize that the journal also contains the key to the tragedy that indelibly marked that summer of her ninth year."

St. Oswald is een traditionele upper class jongensschool in Noord-Engeland. Het nieuwe jaar is net begonnen, en er zijn veranderingen op komst voor de jongens en de leraren: mannen in pakken en de nieuwe media zijn aan de macht. Roy Straitley, de excentrieke en traditionele leraar Latijn en een van de veteranen van St. Oswald denkt dan ook, met tegenzin, na over zijn pensioen. Hij verzet zich tegen de nieuwlichterij, maar weet ondertussen als geen ander wat er speelt: onder de dagelijkse ergernissen en kleine crises wordt een donkere onderstroom voelbaar en zet bittere wrok een reeks catastrofale gebeurtenissen in gang. Wie is de geheimzinnige insider, kind van een vroegere conciërge, die gruwelijke grappen uithaalt die steeds moorddadiger worden? Zal een haast vergeten schandaal het verval kunnen inzetten van het glorieuze St. Oswald?

De mooie Yanne Charbonneau heeft een chocolaterie in Parijs, in het pittorekse Montmartre. Ze woont boven de winkel met haar twee kinderen; de 11-jarige Annie en de kleine Rosette. Haar leven lijkt rustig en op orde, maar schijn bedriegt: eigenlijk heet zij Vianne Rocher, en haar oudste dochter heet Anouck; namen uit een verleden dat ze achter zich wil laten. Op een dag loopt Zozie de l'Alba op hoge knalrode naaldhakken hun leven binnen. Zij is een betoverende vrouw, met een groot geheim, die beetje bij beetje Anouck en Vianne in haar macht krijgt.

Joanne Harris returns to the enchanting French village of Lansquenet in her novel, shifting focus from food to drink. The story is narrated by a lively Fleurie 1962 wine, which serves as a catalyst for "layman's alchemy." The protagonist, Jay Mackintosh, is a once-celebrated author now stuck in a rut, writing mediocre science fiction and leading a hollow existence. He seeks solace in fine wines, but it's six "Specials" from his old friend Joe that truly unlock his memories and inspire him to escape his mundane London life for Lansquenet. As Jay settles into the village, he reflects on his childhood friendship with Joe, whose unique perspective influenced his successful book. He becomes entwined in village life, encountering familiar faces from Harris's previous work, including the troublesome Caro and Toinette, and Josephine, who becomes a true friend. However, it’s the mysterious Marise who captivates Jay and reignites his passion for writing. This journey of self-discovery and resurrection adds depth to the narrative, making it a delightful read that enriches Lansquenet as a destination where dreams can come true.

Naser, een twintigjarige jongen, leidt een eenzaam leven in Saoedi-Arabië, nadat zijn moeder hem uit het door oorlog geteisterde Soedan heeft laten smokkelen naar zijn wrede oom in Jedda. Het bestaan als immigrant is hard en uitzichtloos, en in de monochrome wereld van Jedda, met zijn zonovergoten minaretten en zwaar gesluierde vrouwen, verlangt hij naar zijn moeder en de liefde. Wanneer een gesluierd meisje hem een briefje toewerpt, verandert zijn leven. Dit briefje, een liefdesverklaring, symboliseert hoop en het begin van een gevaarlijk spel, aangezien relaties tussen ongetrouwde mannen en vrouwen onder het wahhabistisch regime streng verboden zijn. In het diepste geheim wisselen Naser en zijn habibati brieven uit en ontmoeten ze elkaar. Hun liefde wordt een daad van verzet, maar als deze ontdekt wordt, zijn de gevolgen voor Naser en zijn geliefde rampzalig. Sensueel, ontroerend en hartverscheurend, dit verhaal verkent de verlangens van jonge mensen naar liefde en vrijheid in een van de meest gesloten en repressieve landen ter wereld.

Malin woont in een afgelegen vallei in de Middenwerelden. De Orde overheerst: Chaos, magie en bijgeloof zijn ten strengste verboden. Maar Malin weet dat niet alles verloren is gegaan. Hun runenteken dat zij op haar hand heeft, bewijst dat. De dorpelingen denken dat het een teken van hekserij is.

In 22 verhalen van de schrijfster van de bestseller van "Chocolat" gaat het wonderbaarlijke hand in hand met het aardse en het bittere met het zoete. Bokkensprongen is een breed geschakeerde selectie eigentijdse, spitsvondige verhalen die tegelijkertijd ontroeren, verrassen, vermaken en soms ontgoochelen met de magie van Joanne Harris.

Op het kleine Bretonse eiland Le Devin staat het leven al bijna honderd jaar stil. Generaties lang strijden het rijke dorp La Houssinière en het in armoede vervallen Les Salants om de macht over het enige strand en de enige bron van welvaart. Wanneer Mado na tien jaar terugkeert naar Les Salants, ontdekt ze dat het huis van haar vader dreigt te vergaan door de zee en de manipulaties van de lokale ondernemer Claude Brismand, wiens zelfzucht het dorp bedreigt. Mado's vader GrosJean en de dorpelingen lijden aan een chronisch gevoel van uitzichtloosheid. Mado laat zich echter niet ontmoedigen en roept de hulp in van Flynn, een aantrekkelijke jongeman die haar helpt de machtsbalans te herstellen. Haar pogingen om het dorp te transformeren hebben onvoorziene gevolgen. Terwijl Les Salants weer tot leven komt, duiken ook tragedies uit het verleden op, waaronder het verschrikkelijke geheim dat haar vader met zich meedraagt. Flynn, die aanvankelijk aan haar zijde leek te staan, blijkt verborgen loyaliteiten te hebben. Is hij werkelijk wie hij zegt te zijn, of zal hij hen allemaal in de val laten lopen?

In het zeventiende-eeuwse Frankrijk, tegen een achtergrond van heksenproeven, koningsmoordenen godsdienstwaanzin, speelt het verhaal van Juliette, toneelspeelster en koorddanseres, die gedwongen wordt om het reizende bestaan te verlaten om onderdak te zoeken bij de zusters van de afgelegen abdij van Sainte Marie-de-la-mer. Als zuster Auguste bouwt Juliette een nieuw bestaan op met haar dochtertje Fleur onder de liefdadige hoede van de vriendelijke moeder-overste. Maar de tijden veranderen: de moord op koning Henri IV vormt de aanzet tot sociale en politieke oproer in Frankrijk, die al snel ook het afgelegen eiland van de abdij bereikt... Gods dwazen is de vijfde, prachtige roman van bestsellerauteur Joanne Harris, spelend in het kleurrijke Frankrijk van enkele eeuwen terug.

God’s Grace for Every Family is more than a self-help or motivational book. Anna Meade Harris uniquely addresses both the single-parent family and the broad church, weaving her personal story together with nine attributes of God to offer encouragement to single parents and help the church to love them well.

An indispensable guide to the craft of writing and business of publishing from one of our bestselling and most versatile authors.

A bold and ambitious thriller exploring how women can feel invisible as they grow older—and what happens when they decide to take back control.Bernie Moon's ambitions and dreams have been forgotten by everyone, even Bernie herself. At nineteen she was full of promise, but now, facing fifty and going through the menopause, she's a fading light. Until the murder of a woman in a local park unlocks a series of childhood memories, and with them, a talent that she has hidden all her adult life. What happens when the frustrations and power of an older woman are finally given their chance to be revealed? Filled with growth and redemption, revenge and visibility, friendship and self-discovery, Broken Light is an explosive new thriller that challenges our notions of womanhood and power.

A book of chocolate lore and recipes from around the world that can bring a touch of magic to your kitchen.

Immerse yourself in a captivating realm where nature intertwines with magic and destiny. In this world, every choice can lead to extraordinary adventures or perilous outcomes, blurring the lines between reality and enchantment. The narrative invites readers to explore the delicate balance of fate, as they navigate through breathtaking landscapes and face the challenges that arise from their decisions.

Explores the past, present and future of an instrument that is, quite literally, close to our hearts.

A mouth-watering collection of recipes inspired by fresh, seasonal French market produce, and illustrated with gorgeous full-colour photographs.Once again Joanne Harris and Fran Warde have collaborated to write a French cookbook with a difference. This time they have gone to Gascony for their inspiration and into the world of the French rural market. The best ingredients in season, locally produced fruit, vegetables, wines and cheeses combine to make it a recipe for success.Melon with Floc, Foie Gras with Peaches, Summer Duck Salad and Roasted Stuffed Courgettes are only some of the recipes that will help recapture the tastes of summertime and the authentic French regional experience.

Set in the enchanting world of Chocolat, the story follows beloved characters as they navigate new challenges and adventures. With a blend of magic and culinary delights, the narrative explores themes of love, community, and the transformative power of chocolate. Joanne Harris masterfully weaves together the familiar charm of her previous work with fresh elements, inviting readers back to a place where indulgence and emotion intertwine. This return promises both nostalgia and new experiences for fans of the original tale.

"The toymaker who wants to create the perfect wife; the princess whose heart is won by words, not actions; the tiny dog whose confidence far outweighs his size; and the sinister Lacewing King who rules over the Silken Folk. These are just a few of the weird and wonderful creatures who populate Joanne Harris's first collection of fairy tales"--

Anouchka, Madame Douazan, Great-Aunt Simone... These are not characters from one of Joanne Harris's novels, they are the inspiration for a mouth-watering celebration of French cuisine. For, like Framboise, the heroine of Five Quarters of the Orange, Joanne Harris has family recipes that have been passed down through the generations, and she shares them with us now. From Grandmother's Festival Loaf to traditional French classics like Moules Mariniere or Daube of Beef, The French Kitchen is a tantalizing collection of casseroles, soups, roast, salads, tarts and sweets.A collaboration between a writer who loves food and a former chef who loves writing about food, The French Kitchen gathers together simple yet stylish recipes from the heart of a French family.

Set against a backdrop of rich storytelling, this novel weaves a tapestry of imaginative narratives reminiscent of The Arabian Nights. It offers an erudite blend of artfulness and entertainment, captivating readers with its lavish inventiveness. The intricate plot and vibrant characters invite exploration of themes that resonate deeply, making it a significant contribution to contemporary literature.

Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in this stunning updated collection of vivid and evocative tales from Number 1 bestselling author Joanne Harris.

A bold and timely novel from #1 bestselling author Joanne Harris that explores how women can feel invisible as they grow older - and what happens when they decide to take back control...Have you ever felt invisible? Bernie Moon has given her life to other people: her husband, her son, her friends (who are these days, mostly online). At nineteen she was full of dreams and ambitions; now almost fifty, and going through the menopause, she's fading, fast. Heartbroken and hormonal, she often feels like she's losing her mind.But when a young woman is murdered in a local park, it sparks a series of childhood memories in Bernie and with them, a talent that has lain dormant most of her adult life.She promised herself she'd never think of it again. When she was a teenager, it almost destroyed her. But now she's older, could it be the power she's been missing? Could it be the chance to, finally, make them look?

For the past three years, Mr. Malik has been secretly in love with Rose Mbikwa, a woman who leads the weekly bird walks sponsored by the East African Ornithological Society. Just as Malik is getting up the nerve to invite Rose to the Nairobi Hunt Club Ball (the premier social occasion of the Kenyan calendar), Harry Khan, a nemesis from his school days, arrives in town. Khan has also become enraptured with Rose and announces his intent to invite her to the Ball. Rather than force Rose to choose between the two men, a clever solution is proposed. Whoever can identify the most species of birds in one week’s time gets the privilege of asking Ms. Mbikwa to the ball.

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'So wise, so atmospheric, so beautifully written' Marian Keyes A death. A confession. And a little magic... Vianne Rocher has settled down. Lansquenet-sous-Tannes, the place that once rejected her, has finally become her home. With Rosette, her 'special' child, she runs her chocolate shop in the square, talks to her friends on the river, is part of the community. Even Reynaud, the priest, has become a friend. But when old Narcisse, the florist, dies, leaving a parcel of land to Rosette and a written confession to Reynaud, the life of the sleepy village is once more thrown into disarray. The arrival of Narcisse's relatives, the departure of an old friend and the opening of a mysterious new shop in the place of the florist's across the square - one that mirrors the chocolaterie, and has a strange appeal of its own - all seem to herald some kind of change: a confrontation, a turbulence - even, perhaps, a murder... 'A writer whose wit and sharp observation enhances her engaging story-telling' Salley Vickers 'The most magical, stunningly beautiful novel . . . I sobbed at the end because I couldn't bear to leave. Joanne is truly one of the world's finest storytellers' Joanna Cannon 'A place of magic and mysteries, and Harris excels in this delicate balance of realism and enchantment . . . It will intrigue and charm readers every bit as much as Chocolat' Monica Ali

The squabbling Norse gods and goddesses of Runemarks are back. And there's a feisty new heroine on the scene: Maggie, a girl the same age as Maddy but brought up a world apart - literally, in World's End, the focus of the Order in which Maddy was raised. Now the Order is destroyed, Chaos is filling the vacuum left behind...

I am as brown as brown can be, And my eyes as black as sloe; I am as brisk as brisk can be, And wild as forest doe. (The Child Ballads, 295) So begins a beautiful tale of love, loss and revenge. Following the seasons, A Pocketful of Crows balances youth and age, wisdom and passion and draws on nature and folklore to weave a stunning modern mythology around a nameless wild girl. Only love could draw her into the world of named, tamed things. And it seems only revenge will be powerful enough to let her escape. Beautifully illustrated by Bonnie Helen Hawkins, this is a stunning and original modern fairytale.

An earthly nourris sits and sings And aye she sings, "Ba lilly wean, Little ken I my bairn's father, Far less the land that he staps in. (Child Ballad, no. 113) So begins a stunning tale of love, loss and revenge, against a powerful backdrop of adventure on the high seas, and drama on the land. The Blue Salt Road balances passion and loss, love and violence and draws on nature and folklore to weave a stunning modern mythology around a nameless, wild young man. Passion drew him to a new world, and trickery has kept him there - without his memories, separated from his own people. But as he finds his way in this dangerous new way of life, so he learns that his notions of home, and your people, might not be as fixed as he believed. Beautifully illustrated by Bonnie Helen Hawkins, this is a stunning and original modern fairytale.

Edited by Neil Gaiman and Al Sarrantonio, "Stories" is a groundbreaking collection that features diverse tales from renowned authors. This anthology expands the boundaries of imaginative fiction, challenging misconceptions and showcasing the power of storytelling to transform perspectives and ignite appreciation for exceptional literature.

"A dark world of emotional complexity and betrayal, where twist follows twist and nothing is what it seems. A masterful narrative voice, and a compulsive thriller from one of our greatest writers. I absolutely loved it." - Alex Michaelides, No.1 bestselling author of THE SILENT PATIENTFrom the Sunday Times and internationally bestselling, multi prize-winning author Joanne Harris, comes A NARROW DOOR - an explosive psychological thriller about one woman who, having carved out her own path to power, is now intent on tearing apart the elite world that tried to hold her back . . . piece by piece.---Praise for Joanne Harris's other books set in the St Oswald's world - which all read as standalone thrillers:'A masterpiece of misdirection' Val McDermid'Delivers an almighty twist . . . brilliantly atmospheric ' The Times'Crime novel or literary novel? Categories really don't matter; readers will find themselves comprehensively gripped' Independent'[A] gripping psychological thriller . . . Harris is one of our most accomplished novelists' Daily Express'Marvellously mischievous' Good Housekeeping'A classic whodunnit with the characters carefully crafted and the tension at a knife edge' Sunday Express'[A] delicious black comedy' Daily Mail

The impressively versatile Joanne Harris in her psychological thriller mode, at her darkest and most unsettling. After thirty years at St Oswald's Grammar in North Yorkshire, Latin master Roy Straitley has seen all kinds of boys come and go. Each class has its clowns, its rebels, its underdogs, its 'Brodie' boys who, whilst of course he doesn't have avourites, hold a special place in an old teacher's heart. But every so often there's a boy who doesn't fit the mould. A troublemaker. A boy with hidden shadows inside. With insolvency and academic failure looming, a new broom has arrived at the venerable school, bringing Powerpoint, sharp suits and even sixth form girls to the dusty corridors. But while Straitley does his sardonic best to resist this march to the future, a shadow from his past is stirring. A boy who even twenty years on haunts his teacher's dreams. A boy capable of bad things.

With his notorious reputation for trickery and deception, and an ability to cause as many problems as he solves, Loki is a Norse god like no other. Demon-born, he is viewed with deepest suspicion by his fellow gods who will never accept him as one of their own and for this he vows to take his revenge. But while Loki is planning the downfall of Asgard and the humiliation of his tormentors, greater powers are conspiring against the gods and a battle is brewing that will change the fate of the Worlds. From his recruitment by Odin from the realm of Chaos, through his years as the go-to man of Asgard, to his fall from grace in the build-up to Ragnarok, this is the unofficial history of the world's ultimate trickster.

Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in this stunning new novella from #1 Bestselling author Joanne Harris.

Conjured from a wickedly imaginative pen, here is a new collection of short stories that showcases Joanne Harris’s exceptional talent as a teller of tales, a spinner of yarns. Sensuous, mischievous, uproarious and wry, here are tales that combine the everyday with the unexpected;

Ragnarok was the End of Worlds. Asgard fell, centuries ago, and the old gods have been defeated. Some are dead, while others have been consigned to eternal torment in the netherworld - among them, the legendary trickster, Loki. A god who betrayed every side and still lost everything, who has lain forgotten as time passed and the world of humans moved on to new beliefs, new idol and new deities . . . But now mankind dreams of the Norse Gods once again, the river Dream is but a stone's throw from their dark prison, and Loki is the first to escape into a new reality. The first, but not the only one to. Other, darker, things have escaped with him, who seek to destroy everything that he covets. If he is to reclaim what has been lost, Loki will need allies, a plan, and plenty of tricks . . .

Urban moths have evolved to blend in with a world of concrete and stone, rather than a woodland environment. What if fairies did the same?

A dark and intricately plotted tale of a poisonously dysfunctional family, a blind child prodigy, and a serial murderer who is not who he seems. Told through posts on a webjournal called badguysrock, this is a thriller that makes creative use of all the multiple personalities, disguise and mind games that are offered by playing out a life on the internet.

Sleep, Pale Sister, a powerful, atmospheric and blackly gothic evocation of Victorian artistic life, was originally published before Joanne Harris achieved worldwide recognition with Chocolat.Henry Chester, a domineering and puritanical Victorian artist, is in search of the perfect model.

In this romantic suspense novel the reaappearance of a diary ensures that past and present intertwine, paving the way for unknown consequences. Joanne Harris is also the author of 'Chocolat'. Originally published: London: Warner, 1992.

The Pre-intermediate Student's Book with Online Workbook provides 80 hours of core teaching material. The Online Workbook contains a wide range of easy-to- use consolidated activities and also allows teachers to monitor student's work and progress. Vocabulary and Grammar are given equal importance and there is a clear focus on improving student's listening and speaking skills in social situations. The Student's Book includes optional video for the Real World lessons (available on the Teacher's DVD) with vocabulary selection informed by English Profile and the Cambridge Learner Corpus. (Please note that the face2face Second edition Class Audio CD's are available separately).

Autorka w sposób barwny i sugestywny opowiada o sztuce wizualnej utrzymując jednocześnie rygory opracowania naukowego. Przedstawia ponadczasowość sztuki identyfikując ją według najnowszych metod analityki instrumentalnej, badań historycznych, przedstawia analizę zmiany postaci dzieł w procesie konserwacji.

Autorka w sposób barwny i sugestywny opowiada o sztuce wizualnej utrzymując jednocześnie rygory opracowania naukowego. Przedstawia ponadczasowość sztuki identyfikując ją według najnowszych metod analityki instrumentalnej, badań historycznych, przedstawia analizę zmiany postaci dzieł w procesie konserwacji.

In Chocolat verzaubert Vianne die Menschen eines kleinen französischen Dorfes im Flug mit ihren selbstgemachten Pralinés und Schokoladenkreationen. In Himmlische Wunder hat Vianne ihr altes Dorf in Südfrankreich verlassen und lebt mit ihren Töchtern in Paris, wo sie eine Chocolaterie betreibt. Mit Charme, Ausdauer und ihrer unwiderstehlichen Schokolade nimmt sie die Menschen für sich ein. Dann tritt eine mächtige Gegenspielerin auf den Plan, und Vianne gerät in große Gefahr.

Genialna, pasjonująca lektura. Książka, która przeraża jeszcze długo po przeczytaniu… B.B. to niespełna czterdziestoletni mężczyzna, który wciąż mieszka z matką i snuje o niej okrutne fantazje. Wyobraża ją sobie jako ofiarę morderstwa, a swoje wizje publikuje na portalu internetowym. Za pośrednictwem Sieci B.B. kontaktuje się z internautami komentującymi jego nowe wpisy – zarówno pozytywnie, jak krytycznie. Wśród nich jest Albertine, którą mężczyzna zna też ze świata realnego. Czymże jednak jest ten świat, skoro żadne z nich nie jest takie, jak z pozoru się wydaje? Do jakiego stopnia fikcja miesza się tu z rzeczywistością? Kiedy B.B. pisze prawdę, a kiedy tworzy tylko nieistniejące światy? Jakie wydarzenie z przeszłości sprawiło, że ucieka w świat ukryty za monitorem komputera? Błyskotliwie skomponowana, zaplanowana i wnikliwa powieść z prawdziwie zaskakującym zakończeniem… „Mirror” Wszyscy pokochaliśmy „Czekoladę”, a nowy thriller Joanne Harris, który w formie serii internetowych publikacji opowiada o życiu trzech braci i ich rodzinnych patologiach, ma w sobie ten sam urok, ujęty w bardziej współczesny język. „Błękitnooki chłopiec”, to naprawdę mroczna i zawiła historia. „Company”

První sbírka povídek. Hrdinové této knížky vás opravdu zavedou do různých světů; poznáte s nimi kouzlo maloměsta, vyzývavé straé dámy, stárnoucí netvory, sebevražedného vítěze loterie, nenapravitelného sukničkáře a středověkou nanufakturu na výrobu kožených erotických obleků a pomůcek... V následujících dvaadvaceti povídkách se snoubí svět zázraků s tím všedním, sladké s hořkým, krása s grotesknem, svůdné s ohavným - je to svět plný kontrastů a obrazivých scén, nadčasový, a přece hluboce lidský. Jiné světy, jiní lidé je první sbírka povídek autorky, jež se proslavila jako prozaička. V předmluvě se nám svěřuje ... Je mi trochu smutno z toho, že povídka v posledních desetiletích utrpěla takový pokles zájmu. Ve světě fikce jsou zřejmě stále žádoucnější objemné romány, a spisovatelé povídek se postupně stali vymírajícím druhem. Teď se na ně většinou nahlíží jako na spisovatele bez dostatku umělecké kuráže na to, aby napsali pořádný román, kteří se proto pouštějí jen do nižších, zanedbatelnějších žánrů... A snad aby dokázala opak, předkládá nám svůj příspěvek k napravení pověsti povídkářů. A že je to důkaz zdařilý, o tom se můžete přesvědčit na následujících stránkách....

In het Franse dorp Amour-sur-Belle waait het altijd. Het is een lelijk dorp waar het met de liefde, ondanks de naam van het dorp, niet zo goed gaat. De getalenteerde kapper Guillaume Ladoucette geeft zijn zaak eraan nu te veel van zijn klanten kaal worden. Hij besluit een relatiebureau te beginnen, vanuit de gedachte dat het dorp liefde nodig heeft. Ondanks het kleine inwonertal krijgt hij clientèle, maar de meeste blind dates tussen de dorpsgenoten verlopen nogal desastreus. 'Niet bij iedereen is het liefde op het eerste gezicht,' meent Guillaume. 'Liefde is als een goede cassoulet, zij heeft tijd en toewijding nodig.' Mooi gezegd, maar heeft Guillaume ook een oplossing voor zijn eigen liefdesperikelen? Hij is nog steeds verliefd op zijn jeugdvriendin, die hij al jaren niet heeft gezien...