Tales of East and West Sparrow and Other Stories
by Glenn Armocida
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Pub Date Oct 14 2025 | Archive Date Dec 10 2025
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Description
This collection of short stories takes readers into the lives of everyday Christians residing in the fictional communities of East and West Sparrow, set in the Pennsylvania Wilds region of Northern Appalachia. The characters span the spectrum of faith, from curious seekers exploring Christianity to mature believers, from backsliders to lukewarm followers dulled by today’s modern, humanistic world.
The reader is invited into the hearts and minds of these characters as they encounter troubles, temptations, and tragedies that challenge and engage their faith in unexpected ways. But fear not—the Holy Spirit works, in both mighty and subtle fashions, to guide these characters toward spiritual and earthly triumphs in wondrous and surprising ways. While not everyone finds a happy ending, the spirit of Christ rises in each story, leaving the reader wrapped in the victory of hope.
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
"Glenn Armocida has crafted a marvelous collection of intertwining stories set in vibrant, rustic western Pennsylvania. Reminiscent of E.B. White and Flannery O’Connor, the author employs full, descriptive prose and efficient dialogue to paint colorful portraits of ordinary people living and eking out their lives … A masterful blend of spirituality, ethical clarity, and simple humor among obstacles experienced or inflicted." — James Wollak, author of Insight & Suitability
"Armocida writes with an ear for dialogue that feels inseparable from the Appalachian landscape—sharp, plainspoken, and deeply authentic to the rhythms of rural speech. Conversations carry as much weight as action, revealing more in silence and hesitation than in direct confession....The result is a quiet grace: a book less about drama than about reflection, more about the steady unfolding of ordinary lives than about emotional crescendos. As one character puts it, “I’ll get an answer when my heart is right.” Lines like this stay with you, not because they shatter, but because they pause and make you think....For readers drawn to faith-centered fiction or to Appalachian storytelling, Armocida’s collection offers a steady, contemplative grace." —Independent Book Review
"Tales of East and West Sparrow and Other Stories by Glenn Armocida has touched me in many aspects. One great lesson I learned is that faith is a continuous process, and even the smallest act of kindness or moment of grace is capable of changing one's life completely. I recommend this book to readers who are interested in deeper topics about faith and its influence on our everyday lives." - Readers' Favorite
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9798891328297 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 250 |