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Welcome
Welcome to The “Dear J” Letters. In this epistolary style collaboration, authors Jill Yoder and Julie Kusma deliver short stories revealed through alternating penned letters their characters exchange. Each series of exchanges shares a title and a featured image. This … Continue reading Welcome
Polarized, Entry Two
Therapy entry, October 15 Dear Jorja, Surprise, I’m back. In truth, I never left. Did you think I would slip into the background— integrate and become consumed by you? Admit it, I’m the loyal confidant you spoke of, not the … Continue reading Polarized, Entry Two
Polarized, Entry One
Therapy entry, October 8 Dear Journal, Since a two-week stay in the mental health unit at Evergreen Heights Hospital, I missed our alone time. You and your pages are my loyal confidants. Dr. Medford insisted he read everything, so I … Continue reading Polarized, Entry One
They, The Complete Series On Audio
Jill and I are pleased to announce the release of all five parts of “They” as an audio collection. Parts 1, 3, and 5, written by Jill Yoder, were narrated by Jacqueline Belle. Parts 2 and 4, written by Julie … Continue reading They, The Complete Series On Audio
Reunion, Part Five
Jolyne, Fate is funny. You weren’t sure why you reached out to me, and I wasn’t sure why I replied. Now we both understand. We needed to release ourselves from our pasts once and for all. Why do we think … Continue reading Reunion, Part Five
Reunion, Part Four
Dear Jim, You say you don’t know why you decided to reply to my second email, and I must tell you I’m also surprised you answered. As for seeing you in town, I thought I had. It was someone else, … Continue reading Reunion, Part Four
Reunion, Part Three
RE: Reunion Dear Jolyne, I’m not sure how to begin my response or why I’m writing one, but I believe we must reach some degree of closure. I suppose a part of me wants you to acknowledge I didn’t deserve … Continue reading Reunion, Part Three
Reunion, Part Two
I knew you would be shocked to hear from me. One of our classmates, who is in charge of the invitations, asked me if I would help contact those who hadn’t yet RSVP’d. The reunion is approaching soon, and the planning committee needs to know an approximate number of attendees. I agreed to help, and you are on the list. Continue reading Reunion, Part Two
Reunion, Part One
You certainly took me by surprise, and I must say, you never did cease to amaze me. After all these years, you decide to reach out to me? I almost deleted your email when I read your name. I kicked this back and forth, whether I should reply to you, but my curiosity got the best of me. Continue reading Reunion, Part One
They – Part 5
Dear Jocelyne, Your last correspondence confirmed your arrogance and sense of superiority. Throughout the years of our friendship, I have always known your deep-seated assumptions about my character. You never miss a chance to imply that you think I am … Continue reading They – Part 5
