Short Stories

Yvonne

Originally published for the Boston Book Festival, now on Hobart. In “Yvonne,” an adopted woman attempts to connect with her biological grandmother despite the years, and the dead mother, between them.

Neutral Bodies

Published in Blackbird. In her short story “Neutral Bodies,” Ciera Burch sheds light on systemic issues surrounding police brutality, the failures of mental health care, and the fatalistic reality facing black youth in America.

A State of Great Fullness

It’s literally 100 words.