Volume 5: 2010-2011

"Best of Our Stories Volume 5" is a literary treasure trove that brings together a diverse collection of short stories, essays, and interviews from the acclaimed literary journal "Our Stories." Spanning from the fall of 2010 to the summer of 2011 and expertly curated by Editor Lex E Santi, this volume showcases the best of contemporary literature.
 
Vol. 5 Issue 1 - Fall 2010:
Winner of the 2010 Generation XYZ Award: Margaret LaFleur
Runners-up: Sara Lippmann, Michael Harris Cohen, Althea Black
Feature story: "Roadblocks" by Lex E. Santí
 
Vol. 5 Issue 2 - Winter 2011:
Interview with Steven Millhauser
Winner of the 2011 Richard Bausch Short Story Prize: Richard Hartshorn
2nd place: Anne Earney
Runners-up: Charles Hashem, Alyssa Capo
Feature story: "It Only Takes One Mistake" by Lex E. Santí

Vol. 5 Issue 3 - Spring 2011:
Interview with Cara Hoffman
Winner of the 2011 Gordon Award Flash Fiction Prize: Guinotte Wise
Runners-up: Mark Maynard, Jeanne Gulbranson, Brian Bienkowski
Featured Stories from "Our Stories" by Ana Menendez and Cara Hoffman
Feature essay: "Abilities for Your Needs" by Lex E. Santí

Vol. 5 Issue 4 - Summer 2011:
Interview with Richard Spilman
Winner of the 2011 Emerging Writer Award: Jenny Halper
Runners-up: Gord Grisenthwaite, Sativa January, Melissa Kriendel, Anna Steen
This volume is a celebration of the literary talent that graced the pages of "Our Stories" during this period. The short stories, essays, and interviews offer a captivating glimpse into the world of contemporary literature. Editor Lex E. Santi's contributions, including insightful essays, enhance the reader's appreciation of the craft of writing.
 
"Best of Our Stories Volume 5" is not just an anthology; it's a testament to the vitality and creativity of the literary community fostered by "Our Stories." Immerse yourself in this compelling collection, where words come to life, and stories resonate with depth and meaning.


Mural painting by Alex Enrico Santí · Interviews: Richard Spilman, Cara Hoffman