James Sallis, "Two Stories" - Two nicely written flash pieces, combined. One really worked for me, the other one not so much. 3 out of 5.
Karen Russell, "Help Wanted" - A great series of interrelated vignettes forming a greater whole of story/commentary. 5 out of 5.
Sarah Micklem, "'Eft' or 'Epic'" - Very clever use of a narrative substitute. 4 out of 5.
John Kessel, "The Red Phone" - A textbook example of a good idea, wrapped around with great storytelling. 4 out of 5.
Deborah Roggie, "The Mushroom Duchess" - Started a bit slow for me, and the focus of the story shifted. Once I got over that, it was a really decent tale. 4 out of 5.
Seana Graham, "The Pirate's True Love" - A quintessential empowerment story! 5 out of 5.
John Brown, "Bright Waters" - A longer piece, but with the most solid storytelling I've read in awhile! 5 out of 5.
