From adventurous tales of self-reliance and desperate escapes to deep connections with family, friends, and companions, the stories in this anthology display the talents of Lane County's young writers and offer a rare glimpse into the depths of their hearts.Fiction Fantastic-a project of Wordcrafters' Writers in the Schools youth programming-is one of the few opportunities for students in Lane County, Oregon, to showcase their writing, learn their craft, and engage with other writers.This anthology is made possible through the support of grants and the generosity of donors like you. Please consider making a donation at wordcrafters.org/donate.