Some short stories and nonfiction:

Becoming A Man

Short Story
A young woman in Texas transitions to become a man. Family members reveal their reactions, many unexpected.

In Lieu of Graduation 2020: Corner of Simonian Lane and Love Street

Short Story
Armenian American teen and her mother discover their true bond and a government secret during COVID times.

Helicopter Moms Anonymous

Creative Nonfiction
Hello. My name is Garine and I am a Control Freak and Helicopter Mom.

How to Say My Name: The Long Version

Creative Nonfiction
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My mother put an accent grave on my name during a fit of post-postpartum delirium.

Mrs. Strangelove: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love My Minivan

Creative Nonfiction
The trauma of trading in my Del Sol two-seater for a Honda Odyssey.

Armenians Keep Surviving

Essay
Do you call it resilient? or just stubborn?

Death of Houseplant

Creative Nonfiction
Horticultural adventures with three generations of women.