Abstract
In The Quiet Corner, recent graduate Hannah lingers on campus as others move on, feeling untethered and uncertain about her future. Drawn to the soon-to-be-demolished library, she stumbles upon a mysterious hidden hallway filled with books chronicling unrealized lives—paths not taken by people she knows. As she reads these haunting “could-have-beens,” she’s inspired to subtly help others reclaim forgotten dreams. Eventually, she finds her own name and two possible futures: one stifled by convention and another vibrant with creative purpose. The experience becomes a turning point, reminding her that fate isn’t fixed—it’s written choice by choice. Empowered, she steps forward into her life with new clarity, even as another soul quietly approaches the same transformative corner she once found.
Bio
Kaitlyn is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Homeland Security and finds joy in the quieter moments of life—reading fiction, journaling, and being a stay-at-home mom. She’s passionate about personal growth and believes in the power of small choices to shape meaningful change. The Quiet Corner was inspired by a season of feeling stuck, and serves as a reminder that transformation often begins with one brave step. Through writing, she hopes to explore the quiet strength in everyday stories and inspire others to reclaim their own voice.
Recommended Citation
Marrero, Kaitlyn
(2024)
"The Quiet Corner,"
Night Flight: Online Literary Journal: Vol. 5
, Article 60.
Available at:
https://commons.erau.edu/night-flight/vol5/iss1/60