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Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks is crossing over into the world of literature with a new collection of short stories that explore how people seek connections with others. The first-time author sits ...

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I recall, with particular fondness, “Haunted Houseful,” “Ghostly Gallery” and “Witches’ Brew,” all ... best short fiction by an important contributor to Weird Tales. In its title ...

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