Austin-based nonprofit news organization Texas Observer unveils the winners of its 2020 Short Story Contest, judged by Bryan Washington. Join Texas Observer digital editor Sunny Sone for a set of readings from contest finalists, including Sydney Bartlett, Nellie Downer, Rudy Ruiz, Dutch Simmons, and Julian Toscano.

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In partnership with the Texas Observer and Texas Monthly

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• Moderator: Sunny Sone
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