Introduction / by Julie Sondra Decker -- Kimberly Ma meets her match / by Ann Zhao -- The binding / by Soumi Roy -- Lovesick / by Taka Owen -- Preservation / by Kemi Ashing-Giwa -- Joust friends / by Rosiee Thor -- Thomas Marley's fake bride / by Ian M. Carlisle -- Swordmaiden / by Kalyn Josephson -- Flying solo / by Claudie Arseneault -- Paper rebellions / by Rukman Ragas -- Do you see me? / by Isa Fiel -- Daughter of time / by Madeline Dyer -- Indulge the other / by Laura Pohl.

"'Being' Aro is a collection of twelve short stories in genres like science fiction, fantasy, historical, and contemporary that shines a light on aromantic relationships and experiences, as well as the many other sub-identities under the aromantic umbrella.From two squires engaging in playful sabotage to a girl who tries to con a demon, this anthology is rich in imagination and diverse in its perspectives, showcasing aro characters that go on adventures, form friendships, and rise against the status quo"-- Publisher.