Based in the US and open to content creators and podcasters of all kinds, Vocal has over 2M users worldwide. The stories have been chosen from over 13,000 entries submitted to the Vocal+ Fiction Awards and are written by talented writers from around the globe who have risen to the top on the Vocal platform. Winners have been selected by well-known writer, critic, and former Times literary editor Erica Wagner.

The stories featured in the anthology are: "The Reunion" by Megan Anderson, "Path of Least Resistance" by Bernie Bleske, "The Not-Deer" by Chelsea Catherine, "Searcher" by Daniel D’Agustino, "Girl Wants a Cigarette" by Sophia D’Urso, "Mistress of the House of Books" by Matthew Daniels, "Going Fishing" by Lucas Díaz-Medina, "Bull" by Jacqueline Garrahan, "The Envious Flood" by Steve Hanson, "Burden of Proof" by Scott Hardy, "Fresh Off the Boat" by Kelson Hayes, "Libellule" by Elodie Hollant, "Heat Stress" by Claire Ibarra, "Destination" by Kallista Kusumanegara, "Lifted" by Patti Larsen, "Pareidolia" by Conor Marko, "Apartment Complex" by Vivian R. McInerny, "Fake Meat" by Madoka Mori, "The Kneeler" by George Murray, "Chop Chop" by A. J. Nelson, "The Ghosts in West Texas" by Andie Ngeleka, "The Blonde Bebe" by King Nicholson, "Exit Wound" by Rachel Pollock, "Waiting Room" by Erin Shea, and "Twenty Miles South of Macon" by Melissa Wozniak.

These stories showcase compelling narratives, vivid language, and tales of family, hope, terror, and the worlds that await us. They demonstrate the diversity, ingenuity, and imagination of Vocal's unique voices.

Don't forget to check out Vocal's podcast "Write Here, Write Now" to listen to exclusive interviews with the creators featured in The Vocal+ Fiction Anthology book.