<p>Since its launch in 2014 Writers Read has invited hundreds of writers onto the stage to present their work to live audiences in and around New York City. A maximum of 650 words those stories on a broad variety of topics took just five minutes to perform though their impact has lasted far longer. </p><p></p><p>This collection assembles some of the most powerful personal true stories presented to appreciative audiences during our first decade. From moments of joy to experiences of hardship each two-page story offers a unique and heartfelt glimpse into our shared human experience.</p>