I am participating in the March Slice of Life Story Challenge. Thanks to the co-authors of              Two Writing Teachers for creating this  supportive community.

Yesterday I read an article in the paper about a new concept in spreading a love of literature. Philadelphia is one of four cities to receive a grant for Short Story Dispensers. In partnership with the Free Library of Philadelphia, each kiosk will offer stories that can be read in five minutes or less from a range of twenty genres. They will be printed on eco-friendly paper and offered for free. Needless to say, I was intrigued. There’s nothing like curling up with a good book, but not everyone has that luxury of time. Offering a piece of literature that can be read in a short time frame is a unique way to hook a reader, offer hope, touch a heart. It also provides opportunities for writers. A win-win if you ask me.

A found poem from the article by Inquirer staff writer Grace Dickinson:

At the touch of a button

stories spit out

libraries without walls

airports

train stations

shopping centers

hospitals

unfavorable wait-times

and frustrating experiences

turned positive

a mission

to engage in the written word

and spread the joy of literacy

to everyone.