ANTHOLOGIES
New Worlds: The 2013 Girls Write Now Anthology
In this anthology celebrating 15 years of intergenerational connection, the Girls Write Now mentors and mentees of yesteryear offer a unique window into the artistic spirit of 2013. Dive into what these community members have to say below.
In tune with this year’s curricular theme, New Worlds: the Girls Write Now 2013 Anthology is composed of stories that celebrate the incredible diversity and creative fearlessness of our intergenerational community, showcasing poetry, fiction, memoir and more that surprise us and stretch our understanding of the world and ourselves.
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Browse our collection of stories from inside the book. Complete with notes from the author and anecdotes from our mentees and mentors.
New Worlds: The Girls Now 2013 Anthology
Stories from Inside "New Worlds"
Stories from Inside "New Worlds"
Asian Representation in the Media
This article explores diversity in media and its effect on society and youth.
Seasonal Cycle
"Seasonal Cycle" is about what I picture when I imagine spring, summer, fall and winter and what I experience during those seasons.
2020
We decided to each write a poem about 2020 to highlight the fact that we're two different people, coming from two different backgrounds, who shared the same year.
blue.
My poetry focuses on feminism in an abstract and lyrical way. The title and content reflect the color blue in Hindu mythology as well as the colloquial use of "feeling blue" to describe depression.
How to Not Do the Most: Celebrity Sighting
Have you ever done the most when seeing a celebrity? Well, we have just tips for you to help your composure together!
A Lesson From the Blue Jays
Fernando is walking down the street one day when he thinks he hears two birds talking to him…
Presence
Presence delves into stepping into your own footprints. Not needing nor wanting someone else to speak for you. But using your voice no matter the fear or consequences.
Ek Kaam Kar
This piece has two narrators: a broken bride and a defiant teenager. They are both at the same wedding and they communicate through a connection that transcends words.
all the places hidden so deep you’d have to rip them out to find
These are pieces of a person that you can have, that you can hold and examine.
Four AM
It was difficult for me to adjust to the beginning phase of quarantine. This poem expresses how I felt about myself during this quarantine journey.
Praise for New Worlds
From the Literary Community
Intersectional Voices in Editorial Print Committee
Every year, the Intersectional Voices in Editorial (IV Edit) Print Committee brings their talents to the task of editing, producing, and promoting this fresh collection of writing from today’s emerging voices. The committee is made up of mentors, mentees, and other volunteers who are passionate about diversifying the publishing landscape.