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📘 The Moth Presents Occasional Magic by Catherine Burns

‘The Moth Presents Occasional Magic’ is a carefully selected anthology of live storytelling, adapted for the page while preserving the raw energy of its original radio performances. Curated by The Moth, the book gathers voices familiar to listeners and fresh newcomers, each sharing personal stories of moments when, in the face of challenging situations, they discovered beauty, wonder, and clarity. The collection includes storytellers such as Adam Gopnik, Krista Tippett, Andrew Solomon, Rosanne Cash, Ophira Eisenberg, and Wang Ping, who illuminate their lives and help chart a path forward.

First publish date: 2019

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Catherine Burns

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