{"product_id":"2940151388436","title":"Bessie, Bop, or Bach: Collected Stories","description":"In this diverse collection of short stories, with settings ranging from Mississippi to New York City, Ran Walker explores a myriad of themes, such as unrequited love, forgiveness, and hope. Whether a grandmother's secret is discovered by her granddaughter, a writer falls in love with the painting of a woman, or a college professor is invited to rap on his student's mixtape, these stories paint a vivid picture of a world where music, love, and life intersect. Including stories previously published in 16 Bars, Secrets \u0026amp; Cures, and Beat Bop, this collection is the perfect complement to Ran Walker's various novels.","brand":"Cool Empire Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47149549453552,"sku":"2940151388436","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940151388436_p0.jpg?v=1764010236","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940151388436","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}