Fiction

 Like Father, Like Daughter by Caila Grigoletti

“Henry tightened his grip on the handle of the shovel and forced another load of black stone into the open vent of fire.”

Earning Fairy Wings by Kaylyn Swoyer

“The steps to the attic creaked and groaned under her weight as she climbed closer and closer to her destination.”

Remembering the 40s by Tamara Hill

“Dear Diary,

It seems that things never really change. Just when you think that this country moves forward”

Merken Street by Annie Elizabeth Kreiser

“Where I’m from, everyone’s grandparents were either Holocaust survivors or they knew one.”

How to Disappear Completely by Annie Elizabeth Kreiser

“1. Apply exclusively to out of state schools. Do NOT apply to Penn State under any circumstances. It doesn’t matter where you go, but it sure as hell won’t be here.”

Bromance by Melissa Mahadeo

“On the eve of their mother’s birthday, all four Martinez brothers are brought to their knees and tussled by a similar emotion in the late August air.”

The World in the Well by Tamar Adelsohn

“I loved nothing more than sitting on Mom’s lap and hearing her melodic voice tell the story while she braided my brown hair.”