Conor Powers-Smith

This story was rewarding to write, because I went into it not knowing much about the main character, particularly how he would respond to the crisis he finds himself in. Going in without an ending in mind can be risky, since there's no guarantee of finding your way to a resolution, nor that any resolution you do come up with will be satisfying. But when it works, it's the best kind of story to write, because it's all about discovery. In this case, I like the ending, partly because it's right for the story, and partly because I can't decide whether it's a happy one or not