What is Judy Budnitz known for?

Judy Budnitz is recognized for her short stories, which often blend elements of the mundane with the surreal or fantastical, creating a distinctive style of magical realism.

Judy Budnitz

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Judy Budnitz is the editor of The Best American Nonrequired Reading. She's got a knack for finding those unique, thought-provoking books that don't fit neatly into any one category. If you're looking for something a little different, her selections are a great place to start.

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Literary Fiction Short Stories Fiction Magical Realism Contemporary Literature

Featured Works

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The Best American Nonrequired Reading

Art Spiegelman

The Best American Nonrequired Reading #1

The Best American Nonrequired Reading 2012

Adrian Tomine

Graphic novel

The Best American Nonrequired Reading #11

Lit Riffs

Aimee Bender

The Best of Mcsweeney's - Volume 2

Aleksandar Hemon

The Best of Mcsweeney's #2

Los Mejores Jovenes Novelistas Estadounidenses

Daniel Alarcón

Granta: The Magazine of New Writing #97

Series

The Best of Mcsweeney's - Volume 2

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What is Judy Budnitz known for?
Judy Budnitz is recognized for her short stories, which often blend elements of the mundane with the surreal or fantastical, creating a distinctive style of magical realism.