Heartbeat by Georgia Clark

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"The Beach Chairs"

"The Beach Chairs"

A sweet older man reflects on his long and marriage in this heartfelt tale by Hannah Orenstein, author of MEANT TO BE MINE and co-founder of Heartbeat.

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Nov 04, 2022
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Georgia says:

This week, I’m thrilled to be introducing the second short story from Heartbeat’s industrious co-founder, Hannah Orenstein. “The Beach Chairs” isn’t just a touching portrait of a love story for the ages, but happens to be the story that kick-started our newsletter! Many months ago, Hannah sent this piece to our mutual agent, the tireless and talented Allison Hunter. Allison loved it, but felt there was nowhere to place romantic short fiction. Yadda yadda yadda, Heartbeat was born. (Thanks, Allison! We love you!)

In this warm and heartfelt short story, Ted Birnbaum needs ten beach chairs, to help celebrate the 79th birthday of his beloved wife, Linda. Take a trip down Ted’s memory lane as he reflects on the secrets to his loving partnership, all while attempting to collect the illusive, eponymous beach chairs. Enjoy.

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