In 'Nothing Right,' acclaimed author Antonya Nelson weaves a tapestry of contemporary life through a collection of short stories. These works, largely set in Nelson's native Kansas, delve into the quiet triumphs and tumults of everyday people. Characters encounter shifts in familial relationships, poignant romantic entanglements, and the personal struggles that accompany change. From the tenuous bond of a mother with her teenage son facing unexpected fatherhood to the inner turmoil of a woman living with a stranger amid a best friend's illness, Nelson captures the subtle complexities and emotional authenticity of domestic existence.