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Why I Write Tiny Stories on Receipt Paper for Strangers | The Book & Beyond
In this episode of The Book & Beyond, host Caoimhe Howell explores the profound art of writing flash fiction on receipt paper and sharing it with strangers. This unique creative practice transforms ephemeral, disposable materials into vessels for deep human connection, offering a radical alternative to digital content consumption. Caoimhe invites listeners to consider why impermanence can foster greater honesty in storytelling than polished, long-form manuscripts ever could.
The episode delves into the philosophy behind using thermal paper—material designed to fade and tear—as a medium for…
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