14 stories
Marimba Magic | Magia de Marimba
A marimba player and her biggest fan discover that some music creates connections that last
The Arabic Poetry Night | ليلة الشعر العربي
At a Brooklyn poetry reading, she recites verses that make him remember everything. He's the audience member who approaches after—and never leaves.
The Arabic Tutor | معلمة العربية
He wants to learn Arabic before his mother dies. She's the online tutor who teaches him. Lessons become conversations. Conversations become more.
The Yoga Teacher | La Profesora de Yoga
A yoga instructor finds her practice transformed when the right student walks into class
גינת גבעתיים | Givatayim Garden
Two elderly neighbors in Givatayim have watched each other through their windows for decades—until a power outage brings them together.
חום בחולון | Holon Heat
At the Design Museum Holon, an architect meets a curator—and they discover that the most beautiful design is human connection.
קסם מצפה רמון | Mitzpe Ramon Magic
At the edge of the Ramon Crater, an astronomer and a wanderer discover that some connections are as vast as the universe.
Radio Romance
Radio host Lina connects Saudi youth through late-night airwaves. When producer Marcus joins her show, frequencies align unexpectedly. 'Al sout yusil al qulub' (الصوت يوصل القلوب) - The voice reaches hearts.
סכך סוכות | Sukkot Shelter
In a sukkah in Jerusalem, two neighbors discover that temporary walls can create permanent bonds.
The Airport Layover
Eight hours stuck at O'Hare. When Patricia strikes up a conversation with the handsome stranger at the bar, the layover becomes something much more memorable.
The Call Center Connection
Samia works night shifts at a call center, dealing with angry customers until dawn. When she keeps getting calls from the same voice—patient, funny Adeel—she realizes some connections transcend professional boundaries.
געגוע לים סוף | Yam Suf Yearning
On a diving boat in the Red Sea, an Israeli divorcee and a visiting marine biologist find that the deepest connections happen underwater.
Clapham Common Connection
Dog walker Chiamaka runs the most popular pack on Clapham Common. When lawyer Derek's rescue pup keeps escaping to join her group, she finally agrees to discuss terms—her terms.
Denmark Hill Desire
Midwife Aminata brings new life into the world at King's College Hospital. When paramedic Jackson keeps appearing on her shifts, she decides some calls should be answered privately.