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“There's a certain quixotic calm to an empty school hallway.”

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Paul Beatty

Paul Beatty, born in 1962 in Los Angeles, California, is an accomplished American author known for his unique humor and satirical style. His works often delve into issues of race, class, and social inequality, carrying profound social significance and literary value. more

“Winston couldn't remember the last time he'd had one of these lonesome summer weekdays. He felt betrayed. How dare his friends live the portions of their lives that didn't include him? On days like this, he used to shovel breakfast cereal into his mouth, then bolt outside to play, only to discover nine-tenths of his world was missing. Downcast, he'd return home and skim his sole Hardy Boys mystery, The Missing Chums, blind to the title's irony. After a few boring pages, he'd behead a few of his sister's dolls, then fight her off with a knife. Then they'd share a cantaloupe half, arguing about whether it tasted better with or without salt.”

Siblings Comical

Author:Paul Beatty

“Spencer asked why he warranted an embrace from Winston rather than the standard soul shake. "Rabbi, that n_____ got stories to tell, but the fucked-up thing is, he so deep in the life, he can't tell them.”

Friendship Comical Gangster Hero Hood Love

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“Throughout history, parents have tried to name their offspring in a manner that would foretell the trajectory of their future. It’s one of the first spells humans encounter in this life. Little did your parents know what would happen today, for you, because of your name, but they blessed this day for you.”

Fun Young Adult Entertaining Zombies Magical Realism Original Comical Humourous Situations

Book:The Zombie Wizards of Ala-ka

Source: The Zombie Wizards of Ala-ka

“The human doesn’t need long mathematical equations to hit a home run in baseball. The human body already understands the math involved and can do it with just some practice. Isn’t that wonderful?”