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The engaging novel \u003cem\u003eI Is For Isobel\u003c\/em\u003e follows a young woman's quest for identity and belonging through her childhood and early adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContinue Isobel's journey in \u003cem\u003eIsobel On The Way To The Corner Shop\u003c\/em\u003e, where her path to self-discovery and independence unfolds with quiet determination and courage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who enjoy short stories, \u003cem\u003eSelected Stories: Text Classics\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection that showcases Witting's ability to capture small, yet significant moments of life with subtlety and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLastly, \u003cem\u003eThe Visit\u003c\/em\u003e presents a beautifully written narrative that unravels the complexities of interpersonal relationships and self-awareness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmy Witting's writing is celebrated for its depth and elegance, making her works a valuable addition to any literary collection. Immerse yourself in her distinctive voice and discover why she remains a treasured author in the realm of general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"i-is-for-isobel-by-amy-witting-9781922147745","title":"I Is For Isobel","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn into a world without welcome, Isobel observes it as warily as an alien beamed onto another planet. She amasses a collection of imaginary friends including the Virgin Mary and Sherlock Holmes, Byron, W.H. Auden and T.S. Eliot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, she is not quite as comfortable with the flesh-and-blood people she meets, and least of all with herself, as she attempts to come to terms with a life she doesn't understand. 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