This series intends to reflect the full diversity of this generation - its experience, observations, speculations, aspirations, hopes and fears. Accordingly, contributing writers are from most countries, cultures, belief systems and a wide variety of backgrounds. Also, because the search is for stark realities from all representatives of this generation, and "political correctness" is minimized, individual texts may be contrary to the tastes, beliefs and convictions of individual readers. Bear in mind, though, that to lay any claim to being a documentary the integrity of this project's mission requires openness, and no real censorship takes place. The only exceptions are where texts represent little more than gratuitous violence and/or blatant sexual content with no conveyence of insights into this generation.

A minimalist approach is taken in identifying contributors. For example, only very concise contributor bios are included. It is felt that the mission of the series is better accomplished by treating compositions as "voices" in a "generational chorus". Geographical locations of contributors are, however, included, and in some cases short explanatory texts, such as special accomplishments, even age, where the editor feels this information helps the reader better understand the context of a composition. Pen names are acceptable, but not "anonymous". In contrast to the austerity of the books, ample space is provided at this website to link to contributor websites, and to highlight books, recordings, even artworks of the contributors.

A "release" to print will be sent out to the authors of compositions selected as "candidates" for the next volume. This release gives mwe the right to publish a composition, however, the copyright remains with the writer. Around 50% more candidates compositions are chosen than will ultimately fit into the book. This is in part because some writers wind up being outside the age range for this series, while other writers can no longer be contacted. This also provides the editor with sufficient material to create a "balanced" layout of the book.

Contributing writers will receive a free, complimentary copy of the resulting book. If specificially requested, and addresses are provided, translators also receive free copies, as well as publishers/record labels. Further, contributors may order additional books at a 40% discount off the cover prices. Finally, if the project generates sufficient revenues, contributors will share in any "net profit" achieved.

Anticipated parameters for the books are:

• approx. 200 contributors
• 288 pages
• 7x9 inches trade paperback
• retail price less than $US 20
• release early 2009