Alisha JoyWe The PeopleI was too nervous to watch the election coverage last night. I turned my phone to silent, put on my coziest pajamas, and went to sleep. I…Nov 9, 2016Nov 9, 2016
Alisha JoyHis delicate secretsThe first time I heard about him, I had a feeling I would fall in love with him. They told me he was 5 1/2, and seemed very bright…Jan 14, 20161Jan 14, 20161
Alisha JoySalt of The EarthIn his rearview mirror, the cab driver saw the girl pull a handful of tiny blue packages out of her orange backpack. He heard crinkling as…Dec 16, 2015Dec 16, 2015
Alisha JoyA Long Way DownIt’s really only terrifying until you let yourself tumble over the edge. One minute, there’s cold concrete under you, and you tip forward…Dec 11, 20151Dec 11, 20151
Alisha JoySkin DeepHe had a scar across his ribcage, thick and raised. She noticed it the first time he took his shirt off, and she quickly looked away. It…Dec 10, 20151Dec 10, 20151
Alisha JoyMagical Wolves and Colossal D-BagsOr: Why both storytelling and listening require extraordinary acts of creativity, courage, and cupcakes.Oct 17, 20151Oct 17, 20151