Melissa L. White

The Stories

I fell in love with the art of storytelling at a rather young age. The story has the power to create a world, shift a world, or even invoke emotions we never knew we had. Storytellers (and writers) are brave beings responsible for creation and preservation. Through these acts, they are courageous and inspire the courage within us. Writers remind us to say “the thing” or think “the thoughts.” The art of storytelling and the art of the story are what keeps the world and its magic alive.

— Montéz Louria
2021 ORP Fiction Intern

Small Victories

Walking into the bookstore, I caught a glimpse of my reflection in the storefront window and noticed that my new haircut looked pretty good today. “Maybe I will finally meet someone,” I told myself as I breezed past the bargain book racks at the entrance. Then a beautiful blue book caught my eye. The cover had a picture of a snow-capped mountain and a wolf howling at the full moon. I stopped, picked up the book, and glanced inside. It was a collection of Jack London stories, and it was on sale for $7.99.

Guest UserJanuary 4, 2022Melissa L. White

The Stories

Melissa L. White

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