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"
my dog spoke hebrew and it felt profound
The relationship between two deaths.
Learning to linger
That moment when you have to go but want to stay—so you decide you really don't have to go at all.
different, not wrong.
Being the older sister of a younger brother with autism has been both challenging and gratifying. Throughout the years, I’ve learned many lessons from my brother on empathy, identity, and understanding.
stolen thunder
We see these grand beasts working so hard trying to survive and provide for their families, but with one bullet, hunters and poachers can kill them and all of their life's efforts.
Cherophobia
"We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think." This piece helped me break free and I will forever be thankful to my mentor for encouraging me.
The Sky’s The Limit
This is an excerpt from a story about a girl's process of learning to be independent and self-confident after the unexpected loss of her brother.
Moving On
This is a love letter, but not to a person. It’s about realizing that your childhood is gone and that the place you grew up in is changing forever.
My Saving Grace
‘My Saving Grace’ is about my dream of becoming a doctor as a high schooler during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nervous Scrolling
A woman dining alone at a restaurant realizes memory doesn't serve her justice.
Mental Whittling
Things you never had can be yours. Things you had for a time can be yours again. Carve your way, pay the price.
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.