Editor’s Notes by Dan Lehman
A few issues ago, this space discussed the dangers of what some have termed “me-moir”: nonfictional self-absorption in an era increasingly dominated by noisy narcissism. We suggested that genuine empathy is a ready antidote and that such other-centeredness might help us not only reach outward for our topics, but even more importantly, help to coax deeply personal stories toward genuine connection. The secret, we suggested, was … Continue reading . . .
Contents
“Place of the Red Willows” by Iver Arnegard ◆ “The Local” by Greg Bottoms ◆ “Earthquakes and Angels” by Sydney Lea ◆ “Los Perdidos” by Beth Alvarado ◆ “The Heart Holder” by Ash Whitman ◆ “November Light” by Ryan Brod ◆ “On Enchanted Rock” by Vivé Griffith ◆ “Breathtaking” by Holly Willis ◆ “Arctolatry” by Jake Maynard ◆ “High Pockets” by Earl Fendelman ◆ “The Best Bar in the World” by Seth Sawyers ◆ “An Egg!” by Richard Hoffman
