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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Read What's Inside
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"
10 Personal Commandments of Joy Hopepunk Anakis
There was a poetry writing prompt online to write your "10 personal commandments." I wrote the 10 personal commandments of my D&D character.
Out of Context family
This work talks about a young person who has recently come to a very chilling realization, but you as a reader won't know what it it until the very end.
Movie Theaters: The Experience of Moviegoing
This piece of work reflects on the history of movie theaters as well as what the experience of seeing a movie in theaters is.
A Lingering Regret
As the evening lamp bathes the room in its familiar warmth, my gaze falls upon the empty chair beside me, Dada.
Obodo m, My Country
This poem invites you on a journey into a piece of my identity and culture.
Words
My own experiences in school when I first came to America, a time I felt not welcomed.
Made With Lime
This piece is inspired by recent events which reminded me of my childhood, growing up in Haiti.
Food For The Soul
Flavor, cookery, and presentation are the vehicles of culture, identity, and creativity. I’m extremely blessed to be loved with enough provision to experience finger-lickin’ meals.
The Beginning
Identical twins Ava and Brin sit in a mysterious restaurant awaiting their order. What they are about to be served will put a cherished twin tradition to a test.
If My Poetry Could Talk to Me
Episode 1 of A Fistful of Verse Have you ever wondered what a poem would say if it could speak
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.