The New Yorker: The Writer's Voice - New Fiction from The New Yorker
Teju Cole Reads “Incoming”
Nov 27, 2023
Teju Cole reads his story about Miss Prosper, a woman who sings revealing her true essence. The group plans an escape, facing painful obstacles. The narrator expresses through writing and reflects on welcoming a nonverbal individual. It explores reflections on departure and a challenging journey to the coast.
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- Hope can be found in unexpected sources during challenging times.
- The presence of a mysterious figure brings about introspection and irrevocable change in one's life.
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Finding optimism in unexpected places
Playwright Lynn Nottage and songwriter David Byrne suggest that in challenging times, hope can be found in unexpected sources.
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