About Along New Paths: Short Stories by Maya Pauline Willer
Sometimes a single moment is enough to change everything. An unexpected meeting, a gut decision, or a situation that makes us rethink things. Nine short stories tell of people who experience just that – and suddenly find themselves facing new paths. How do people deal with the unexpected? Especially in moments when routine is interrupted, a new direction often emerges – sometimes quietly, sometimes with full force. These stories tell of such turning points, transporting readers to another world and making them think. Inspired by my experiences and many encounters in different countries, different perspectives flow into these stories. Some ideas arose from personal observations, others from conversations that have stuck in our minds. What connects them is the question of how our view of life changes when something unplanned happens. Perhaps you recognize yourself in one or two of the stories – or discover a new perspective for yourself?
“We can learn from our experiences and open ourselves to the new chapters
of our lives that are yet to be written.”
