Publisher's Synopsis
A tribute to the art of the short story and an anthology of some of today's most exciting writers, this 10th anniversary volume brings together one story from each of the 21 winners of the Flannery O'Connor Award for Short Fiction. This award was established to encourage young writers by bringing their work to the attention of readers and reviewers. The first volume in the series was published in 1983, and the award has since become a significant proving ground for newcomers. The Flannery O'Connor Award is a showcase for the talent and promise that has brought about a resurgence in the short story, as well as a testimony to the vitality of the genre.
