gifted by the publisher

Weaving glimpses of fantasy and the anxieties of living as Black, this gorgeously written collection pushes the boundaries of reality and fantasy. With hints of BLISS MONTAGE (Ling Ma), WBG invites readers on a wild ride to experience friendship, love, and betrayal through the eyes of Black individuals. I love how unique each story is, but the overwritten prose impedes my interpretation at times.

favs
• The Switchin’ Tree: a tree "terrorizes" Black kids
• Triggered: the complex relationship of two women as they organize community activism
• Things I Learned in Caitlin Clarke’s Intro to Acting Class: a gay couple realizes their touch leads to something more