 Writers were solicited for the inaugural volume, which features work by such writers such as Mark Doty, Cathryn Hankla, Jonathan Holden, David Huddle, T.R.Hummer, A. Poulin, Jr., Richard Russo, and David Wagoner, as well as many new voices.The success of this volume encouraged Robert to continue with the new project, and "MAR" has been publishing the work of talented contemporary writers ever since.