Gemotions

The librarian, Sarah, carefully placed the article about Finch’s plagiarism back on the table. A tight knot formed in her throat. She had championed Finch's work in her library, recommending his novels to countless patrons. She had admired his supposed skill and artistry. Now, she felt a profound sense of disappointment.

She looked around the quiet room, at the rows of books, at the potential for discovery and wonder they held. She knew she'd have to remove Finch's work from the new releases shelf. Her heart ached for all those who’d been inspired by his writing, who felt a connection to the man and his work. She swallowed hard, and wiped away an errant tear.