These unique voices combine in a harmony of Mexican and American, of magical and ordinary, of tragedy and triumph. From established writers to emerging talents, the contributors to this volume represent the depth and beauty of a community that is just beginning to make itself heard.

The collection features the short story "The Time About the Dog" by Alvaro Rodriguez, co-screenwriter of the recent film "Machete."

Other contributors: Angelica Maldonado, Yaresy Salinas, Maria Ramirez, Daniel Tyx, Monica G. Hernandez, Felix Omar Vela, Evangelina Ayon, Lois Marie Garza, Charlene Bowles, Robert Brown, Cindy Jaimez, Virgilio B. Valencia, Alfredo Ortiz, Javier David Gonzalez, Matthew Madrigal, Olga Lidia Cervantes, Richard D. Givens, Veronica Sandoval, Edwin de Kock, Gwenda J. Gonzalez, Jonathan Corey Mangan, Kristin Michelle Keith, Maria Piedra, Ludivina V. Vasquez, Maria de la Luz Quiroga, Clarrissia Nerio, Nina Medrano, Rosalia Arriaga, Anna Lilia Castillo, Gloria M. Alvarado, and Edwin Sandoval.