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Protagonist: Female
World’s Best Noodle Soup
A woman’s immense anticipation of a trip to Vietnam affects everything in her life: what she reads, what she eats, even a visit with her grandma.
What I Live For
Marina isn’t bothered that she is blind. But other people just won’t stop feeling sorry for her and treating her differently.
Undaunted
Kindergarten teacher Linda encourages her shy roommate Keith to share about himself and even convinces him to come talk to her students about dormice.
Two-way Delivery
Hedda, an elderly woman, has food delivered and recognizes the delivery man as the young man who had recently tried to mug her.
Together Alone
Clara sees her neighbor through the window at dinner. Even though both stay in their own apartments, they make a special connection.
The Truant Princess
After many years of non-stop work as a storybook character, Jillian takes a day off. She goes shopping and plays pool.
The Queen Wins
Three sisters all become professional chess players. Based on and inspired by the true story of the Hungarian Judit Polgár and her sisters.
The Lost Postcard
A woman receives a very late postcard from her grandmother. The reason for the delay is disturbing but the postcard’s content is comforting.
The Last Wish
Bonnie gives a sweet lady in a nursing home one last gift: she helps her get back in touch with her sister.