6 Great Readers’ Narratives

A cross-country drive that divides two worlds; an imaginary trip to Jamaica in an East Harlem apartment; a crime committed in the harsh Middle Eastern winter; moments stolen in a high school parking lot; a shocking tragedy on the California coast; a child whose mind reaches beyond what her Guyanan resources can offer. Here six of our readers share glimpses into their worlds, from around the corner and across the globe.

Kate McGovern
East Harlem, New York
Celise had been shot on the outdoor basketball court.
Seth Fishman
Interstate 20, Approaching Midland, Texas
I sent my girlfriend a tumbleweed for Valentine’s Day.
Katherine Jamieson
Georgetown, Guyana
I am unaccustomed to meeting death in a doorway.
Tina Nettesheim
High School Parking Lot, 7 p.m, Ventura, CA
I can’t think deeply enough to parent all these people.
Robert Beatty
Seaside Cliffs Near Big Sur, California
It was a decision, right then, between life and death.
Lisa Ohlen Harris
Amman, Jordan
“Hey!” He shouted to me. “She’s stealing our laundry!”

6 Great Readers’ Narratives

Celise had been shot on the outdoor basketball court.

I sent my girlfriend a tumbleweed for Valentine’s Day.

I am unaccustomed to meeting death in a doorway.

I can’t think deeply enough to parent all these people.

It was a decision, right then, between life and death.

“Hey!” He shouted to me. “She’s stealing our laundry!”