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    Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives by David Eagleman
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    Eagleman’s “Sum” is a clever, imaginative, and quick read that will delight the curious and philosophically minded, though it’s best enjoyed in small, thoughtful doses.

    'Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives' by David Eagleman is a collection of short stories exploring various hypothetical scenarios of the afterlife. Each story presents a unique version of what happens after death, sparking the reader's imagination and contemplation. The writing style is concise, imaginative, and thought-provoking, with each tale offering a different perspective on life after death.

    You spend two months driving the street in front of your house, seven months having sex. You sleep for thirty years without opening your eyes. For five months straight you flip through magazines while...
    2008
    129 pages

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    I Woke Up Dead at the Mall by Judy Sheehan
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    A whimsically dark and inventive YA read that balances humor, heart, and a dash of mystery - a fun pick for fans of offbeat coming-of-age stories.

    'I Woke Up Dead at the Mall' by Judy Sheehan is a young adult novel that follows the story of Sarah Evans, a sixteen-year-old girl who wakes up dead at the Mall of America wearing a bridesmaid dress. Surrounded by other murdered teens, Sarah must navigate a new world with the help of a death coach named Bertha. As she tries to uncover the mystery of her own death and save her father's life, Sarah embarks on a journey filled with humor, self-realization, and unexpected twists.

    The book combines elements of humor, pain, and self-realization, showcasing Sheehan's witty writing style and creating a unique world where life after death presents its own challenges. Through Sarah's adventures in the afterlife, readers are taken on a fun and touching journey that explores themes of love, friendship, and personal growth.

    I woke up dead. At the mall. Still dressed in the (hideous) mango chiffon bridesmaid gown I was wearing when I died. My hair was still pulled back in an elaborate ponytail that was meant to look winds...
    March 2016
    288 pages

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