New Stories from the South: The Year’s Best: 2005 by Shannon Ravenel

Description

“New Stories from the South: The Year’s Best: 2005” is an anthology of short stories edited by Shannon Ravenel. This series, commonly known as “New Stories from the South,” has been published annually since 1986, featuring a collection of short fiction from Southern writers. The anthology seeks to showcase the diverse voices and perspectives of writers from the American South.

Each edition of “New Stories from the South” is guest-edited by a prominent author, and in 2005, Shannon Ravenel served as the editor. Ravenel is known for her work as an editor and her contributions to Southern literature. The selected stories in this anthology are considered to be some of the best and most representative works of Southern fiction from that particular year.

Short story anthologies like this one provide readers with a snapshot of the literary landscape at a given time, showcasing the themes, styles, and concerns of the featured writers. “New Stories from the South” series, in particular, is celebrated for its role in promoting Southern literature and bringing attention to both established and emerging voices in the region.