short stories, american

"A celebration of writing and expression, Everyday People brings to light the rich tapestry that binds us all. An eclectic mix of award-winning and critically lauded writers, the contributors include: Mia Alvar, Carleigh Baker, Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond, Glendaliz Camacho, Alexander Chee, Junot D?az, Mitchell S. Jackson, Yiyun Li, Allison Mills, Courttia Newland, Dennis Norris II, Jason Reynolds, Nelly Rosario, Hasanthika Sirisena, Brandon Taylor"--Provided by publisher.

Collects more than a dozen short stories that feature interracial and queer relationships in which the differences are prominent, but also don't matter.

Collects twelve stories featuring protagonists of the new generation of Chinese youth, characterized by a disregard for the Cultural Revolution as a distant memory, who stay connected with apps like WeChat, and look forward to new possibilities of technology, travel, love, and new identities of what it means to be Chinese. Nevertheless, in spite of their optimism, the author's characters must navigate the baggage of their heritage with the chaos of contemporary life and future dreams.

Contains a collection of interconnected short stories written by different authors. Addresses the symbolism found in food related to such concepts as love, sorrow, culture, and family.

A collection of mystery stories for teens written by Latino authors such as Mario Acevedo, Alicia Gaspar de Alba, Diana Lopez, and others, and including stories that feature teenagers as they encounter challenges common for young adults.

Presents a collection of five popular horror stories by Edgar Allen Poe in graphic novel format.

"Black girls, including gender non-conforming individuals, star in this collection of sixteen stories of fantasy, science fiction, and magic"--Publisher provided.

Collects fourteen horror stories from young adult authors including Carrie Ryan, Jonathan Maberry, and A.G. Howard.

"Six critically acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning authors bring the glowing warmth and electricity of Black teen love to this interlinked novel of charming, hilarious, and heartwarming stories that shine a bright light through the dark. A summer heatwave blankets New York City in darkness. But as the city is thrown into confusion, a different kind of electricity sparks... A first meeting. Long-time friends. Bitter exes. And maybe the beginning of something new. When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths. Love blossoms, friendship transforms, and new possibilities take flight. Beloved authors--Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon--celebrate the beauty of six couples and the unforgettable magic that can be found on a sweltering starry night in the city"--Provided by the publisher.