Bessie, Bop, or Bach: Collected Stories (PB) (2019)

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.