A curated collection of literary short stories to read.
By Jamie F. Bell
A tense conversation between a teenage boy and his aunt about a family secret surrounding a missing cousin from a long-ago Christmas, taking place in a neglected family home in spring. The teen begins his own investigation, discovering a small, unexpected clue.
By Eva Suluk
Owen, an artist in his early thirties, sits across from Cassie, a younger contemporary, in a sun-drenched, slightly peeling community hall. They are discussing their roles in curating a summer art exhibit focused on local history. The air hangs heavy with summer heat and unspoken tension.
By Jamie F. Bell
Steven and Jane, two teenagers, are in Professor Sterling's office on a cold winter day. They are engaged in a discussion about the profound impacts of art, transitioning from philosophical debate to the exciting proposition of a new community arts project.