Author: Kyle Gerstel

Kyle Gerstel (he/him) is a 15-year-old writer, director, and student from the Seattle area. Outside of school, he spends most of his time writing, directing theatre and watching BoJack Horseman.

Dear Short People, The vertically challenged community has been breathing up my neck for a while, so I felt I should respond. I’m not sorry. I did not choose to be six feet tall and I do not intend to condescend by bending down in an attempt to hear you. Don’t get me wrong, I understand your frustration. I’ve got a friend who’s 6’3” and I hate his pompous, patronizing guts (and legs). Nonetheless, have you ever considered that it’s hard to be up here? Just this month, I’ve bumped my head on three doorframes, two ladders, four chandeliers, and…

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