New Voices

In this captivating audiobook, the writers shortlisted for the Guardian 4th Estate BAME Short Story Prize present their evocative stories, each reflecting diverse lives and experiences. Listeners will encounter an armless swimmer at the Paralympics, a poignant meeting in the aftermath of the Grenfell fire, and a teenage girl navigating her identity amid local folklore. With narratives set in various engaging contexts—from a bustling Chinese takeaway in Hull to a historic town in China—these stories promise to entertain and offer a glimpse into the future of these emerging writers.