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The Book Collector

The Book Collector Series 1

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The Book Collector

By: Tom Story
Narrated by: Lucy Archer-Woodcock
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In a quiet, timeless bookshop—where every shelf cradles secrets of lost days and every well-worn page murmurs forgotten dreams—the solitary Book Collector has spent his life safeguarding memories too fragile to be left unspoken. Hardened by a past filled with unnameable loss, he has grown accustomed to the steady rhythm of solitude amid the rustle of paper and the soft glow of lamplight. Then, one fateful afternoon, a mysterious young boy wanders in. His eyes, wide with innocent wonder, seem to carry an inexplicable pull—a spark that unsettles the collector’s carefully maintained reserve.

With quiet laughter at a whimsical children’s tale and a lingering glance at titles steeped in nostalgia, the boy moves through the shop like a breath of fresh hope. His presence disrupts the familiar silence, hinting at the transformative power of unexpected connections. As the day unfolds, the Book Collector cannot help but notice the boy’s uncanny readiness—a silent eagerness, as if he were waiting for something...

Are you ready for the secrets of the Book Collector?

©2025 Tom Sundercombe (P)2025 Tom Sundercombe
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Enchanting story, arrival of a mysterious boy brings a breath of fresh hope. Transformative power of unexpected connections.

Whispers of the Past

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A beautifully written, atmospheric tale that captures the quiet magic of books and the healing power of unexpected connection. The Book Collector is a heartwarming story steeped in nostalgia, mystery, and hope.

A magical story!

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