"Books say: She did this because. Life says: She did this. Books are where things are explained to you; life is where things aren’t. I’m not surprised some people prefer books." -Julian Barnes

Cultured, insightful, and reflective, readers of literary fiction are thoughtful and discerning. While they may love a variety of genres, they find themselves most drawn to modern and classic books that take them deep into the heart of the human experience. 

Whether reading recent award-winners like Normal People, A Little Life, or Homegoing, or re-reading their favorite classics like Beloved, Jane Eyre, or The Great Gatsby, you'll find them lost in story on trains, in coffee shops, on beaches. This charm, inspired by common literary symbols and award design, is erudite, sophisticated, and every bit as gorgeous as our favorite books.