From Philip Gulley toChicken Soupbooks,short stories are everywhere! And readers can't get enough.

InHomemade Humble PieAnnette Smith offers a collection of 26 heartwarming and wonderfully quirky stories about fictional characters we all seem to know. She dips into her experience as a friend and neighbor to cook up slice-of-life tales about people of all ages and walks of life. Smith's book introduces readers to an array of interesting characters--an elderly couple deeply committed to each other, newlyweds who argue about the mail, three-year-old twins who embarrass their mother, a church volunteer in a bind, and more.

The stories, some sensitive, some humorous, are written to help readers see the beauty and joy in everyday experiences and appreciate the people in their lives.Homemade Humble Piemakes a great gift, too. Once readers encounter these charming characters, they will want to share the stories with a friend.