“Premium Harmony”
by Stephen King

“The Lower River”
by Paul Theroux

People’s choice winner for the issue went to “The Lower River” with honorable mentions going to “Easy Cocktails from the Cursing Mommy” by Ian Frazier and “Zoo York: Times Square vs. the High Line.” by Lauren Collins.

Max at Sea
by Dave Eggers

It’s also worthwhile to read Dave Eggers thoughts on the piece.

“The Valetudinarian”
by Joshua Ferris

“The Five Wounds”
by Kirstin Valdez Quade

“Idols”
by Tim Gautreaux

“A Tiny Feast”
by Chris Adrian

“Brother On Sunday”
by A. M. Homes

The Noble Truths of Suffering
by Aleksandar Hemon

Awake
by Tobias Wolff