#harlesden
2 stories
Harlesden Heart
Anastasia Chrome•2 min read
Reggae record shop owner Marcia keeps the vinyl soul of Harlesden alive, and when rare record collector Jonathan comes seeking obscure pressings, she shows him treasures not found in any catalogue.
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The Book Club Meeting
Zahra Osman•5 min read
She runs a Somali women's book club in Harlesden. He's the author whose book they're discussing—showing up unexpectedly because his aunt is a member. When the book talks about desire and the club gets heated, she finds herself alone with him after.
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