Fifteen elite young adult authors deliver a whip-smart, beautifully inclusive modernization of William Shakespeare’s classic plays. Tackling vital modern themes of identity, social dynamics, and mental health through diverse perspectives.
Dare to step beyond the midnight border! Abby Howard’s The Crossroads at Midnight is an atmospheric, anthology of chilling slice-of-life horror stories exploring the terrifying link between profound loneliness and the supernatural.
Spanning surreal dimensions and speculative realities, Brenda Peynado’s The Rock Eaters uses magical realism to tackle pressing issues from xenophobia to school shootings. Though the collection’s pacing can feel uneven, its standout stories offer deeply impactful narratives on identity and belonging.
A rich, flavorful tapestry of survival and hope. Moving between Ethiopia and the United States, Hadero’s vibrant prose follows refugees, immigrants, and displaced souls as they fight to belong. Using the universal language of food, these stories offer an intimate look at the culinary traditions that keep families anchored during hard times.
Fifteen voices, one powerful collection. Come On In, edited by Adi Alsaid, explores the diverse and often mirror-like experiences of young immigrants moving to the U.S. From Fiji to New Jersey, these stories tackle TSA anxiety, family dynamics, and the search for home. A tool for building empathy and understanding the “realness” of the immigrant struggle in America today.