num_pages: 400
description: Julie Orringer, Adam Johnson, William Gay, David Benioff, Ana Menendez, Maile Meloy, Amanda Davis, Jennifer Vanderbes, Alix Ohlin, and John These are just some of the acclaimed writers whose early work has appeared in Best New American Voices since its launch in 2000.The 2005 edition features a new crop of promising stories selected by novelist Francine Prose, who continues the tradition of identifying the best young writers on the cusp of their careers. With pieces culled from hundreds of prestigious writing programs, such as the Iowa Writers' Workshop and Johns Hopkins, and from summer conferences including Sewanee and Bread Loaf-and with a complete list of contact information for these programs-this rich collection showcases tomorrow's literary stars.A Harvest Original
language: English
title: Best New American Voices 2005
titlecomplete: Best New American Voices 2005
genres: Fiction, Short Stories
ratings_count: 37
series: Best New American Voices
publisher: Harper Perennial