MICHAEL S. DURHAM, born and raised in New York City, now lives far from those streets in rural upstate New York. His continuing interest in the city is reflected in his writings and he has been an editor at the American Heritage Publishing Company and a correspondent, writer, and editor for Life magazine in both Paris and New York City.

PATRICIA SHAW has spent twenty-plus years wandering New York City and is still charmed and energized by it. In addition to a career as a senior production editor, she has performed as a singer-songwriter, sold her jewelry design creations, and recently completed her first half-marathon in Central Park.

MATT HANNAFIN is a freelance writer, editor, and musician based in Portland, Oregon. Author of several books, he's written on topics ranging from speed traps and genealogical travel to minimalist art and the world financial crisis.