Maize

by Nicki Salcedo

A short story about first dates, worst fears, first kisses, and getting lost in a corn maze.

23 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 3, 2015

About the author

Nicki Salcedo is the author of a novel and three books of essays. The title piece for her latest collection, “In My Father’s Shoes,” is based on the bittersweet experience she had wearing her father’s shoes after he died. She’s a graduate of Stanford University where she studied English and Creative Writing. Her work has appeared in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, Good Housekeeping, Decaturish, and AtlantaLoop. Nicki has four kids. She works in the corporate world by day and writes at night. She loves connecting with writers and readers. Find out more at www.nickisalcedo.com

Reviews

[Gina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet, beautifully written and evocative story of teen girl going on her first date in October. Salcedo uses gorgeous images and poignant moments in her writing, and this was definitely true here as she wove together young love, death, fear, and hope, with a nod to some horror movies along the way. A great short story to read before bed, especially at this time of year.