George Saunders Wins Story Prize

Bestselling author George Saunders took home the Story Prize last night for his collection, Tenth of December. In addition to honor and glory and yet more applause for these terrific, funny, strange stories, Saunders received a check for $20,000. From the judges: "George Saunders offers a vision and version of our world that takes into account the serious … Continue reading George Saunders Wins Story Prize →

Story Prize Finalists Announced

The Story Prize announced its three finalists today for this year's award, which recognizes outstanding short fiction: Tenth of December by George Saunders Archangel by Andrea Barrett Bobcat and Other Stories by Rebecca Lee Some of us (maybe it was even perhaps the person typing up this post) have been gushing about Rebecca Lee for quite some time now: "I … Continue reading Story Prize Finalists Announced →

I Have a Crush on Rebecca Lee

~post by Julie There's a new collection of short fiction out that you simply must read: Bobcat and Other Stories by the new love of my reading life, Rebecca Lee. These stories blew me away. I read the whole book on a flight from Kansas City to Austin. I could. Not. Stop. Sharp writing, unconventional … Continue reading I Have a Crush on Rebecca Lee →