New York City is increasingly a difficult place to love—and to leave. We're inviting writers from both in-state, out of state, upstate, and downstate to tell five minute stories about the dealbreakers that have led to their departures, or their commitment to never leave (yet...!).

With Jen Doll, Pilot Viruet, Ryan Chapman, Talia Lavin, Will Hermes, Cory Nakasue, & Britney Wilson! Hosted by Sari Botton and Jason Diamond.

An Official Brooklyn Book Festival Bookend Event.

Sponsored by Kingston Writers Studio, Vol. 1 Brooklyn, and Longreads.