"Wartenberg’s story, “What Is Ours,” is a deeply observed and deeply disturbing examination of a family’s silence and complicity in the face of a family member’s crimes. Alongside these two winners you’ll find the fresh, surprising work of this year’s talented honorable mentions. These are all writers to watch, and we feel certain that you’ll be seeing much more from them in years to come: They are a part of the literary future we’re making."

–Eilis O'Neal, Editor of Nimrod International Journal

(Editor's Note, Spring/Summer 2022 Issue)