"Uncommon Type" is a collection of short stories written by Tom Hanks, published in 2017. The book features seventeen stories, each centered around a different typewriter, which Hanks is known to collect. The stories cover a range of themes and genres, from a World War II veteran reuniting with an old flame to an immigrant adjusting to life in New York City. The collection has been praised for its wit, humor, and charm, as well as for Hanks' ability to capture the nuances of everyday life. The stories offer a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people, and Hanks' writing is often described as warm, engaging, and poignant. "Uncommon Type" is a delightful and entertaining collection of stories that showcases Hanks' talents as a writer and storyteller.