Note to This collection includes selected stories previously published in 16 Bars, Secrets and u0026 Cures, and Beat Bop.In this diverse collection of short stories, with settings ranging from Mississippi to New York City, Ran Walker explores a myriad of themes, such as unrequited love, forgiveness, and hope. Whether a grandmother's secret is discovered by her granddaughter, a writer falls in love with the painting of a woman, or a college professor is invited to rap on his student's mixtape, these stories paint a vivid picture of a world where music, love, and life intersect.