(R)evolution: The Girls Write Now 2016 Anthology

by Girls Write Now, Molly Macdermot (Editor)

From one of top after-school programs in the nation, Girls Write Now, comes the next installment in the organization’s award-winning anthology series: a stunning collection of poetry and prose written by young women and their mentors in exploration of the theme of “Revolution.”

Distinguished twice by the White House as one of the nation’s best after-school arts and cultural organizations, and recently honored by Newsweek in an article on after-school programs that make a difference, Girls Write Now works to empower underserved teen girls in New York City by pairing them with professional women writers who serve as their personal mentors. (R)evolution showcases the best poetry, prose, and essays from the mentees and mentors of Girls Write Now on the theme of “Revolution,” and includes a bonus section of writing exercises and prompts for individuals and groups. Powerful and inspiring, (R)evolution showcases the brave new voices that are changing the world of literature, one girl at a time.

527 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 10, 2016

Reviews

[C D]

My favorite pieces:
-“I Hate You,” by J. Abraham,
-“This Isn’t Real,” by H. Strickland ☆,
-“How it Ended” by F. Thomas,
-“Hijab or Jihadi” by R. Benzizoune,
-“The Lost Photograph” by J. Porter, -“Institutionalized” by A. Colon ☆,
-“8 Thoughts on Why Nora Doesn’t Like the Canaries in Her Garden” by R. Volpe,
-“A Life Exposed,” by D. Dendrick,
-“Fray” by J. Fearon ☆,
-“Things I Won’t Apologize For” by J. Rowe,
-“Two Women in New York” by N. Gervasio ☆,
-“My Father’s Home is My Mother’s Prison” by R.Huda ☆,
-“Radical Empathy” by M. Shickmanter ☆,
-“Mariam’s (R)evolution”( by B. Obie,
-“Butterfly Wings” by J. Liu ☆,
-“Three Reflections” by W. Ma,
-“Legends” by K. Martinez,
-“The Train” by G. Reagan,
-“Rules for Being a Modern Woman in New York City” by L. Hesse,
-“Shining Night” by A. Nervil,
-“Women of Oppression” by A. Pizarro,
-“Unlikely Friend” by J. Vaughn,
-“You Are Not Invited” by M. Watkins ☆,
-and “Nest” by N. Counts.

[(a)lyss(a) · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Unlike most Americans, however, I am at once the target audience and the monster to be feared."

This is a great read by Girls Write Now.

This anthology not only highlights the Girls Write Now program, but also gives the mentees a platform to share their voices. The women and girls in this program share their writing and their thoughts on what (r)evolution means to them in this collection.

The pieces are all short and there's a small bio on each author throughout the book. It's an enjoyable read from some talented voices.