Can you share some memorable characters from 'Best Humans of New York Stories'?

There was a guy who traded his apartment for a year - long trip around the world. He just left everything behind, gave the keys to a stranger who wanted to live in New York for a while, and set off. It was crazy because he didn't know if he would have a place to come back to, but he said it was the best decision he ever made.

There might be a tough - as - nails inmate who has been in prison for a long time and is respected by others for his survival skills. He might be the one who gives advice to new inmates on how to avoid trouble.

Perhaps there is a story of an older couple. The man was a retired firefighter and the woman was a retired nurse. They met at a community event in New York. They bonded over their past experiences of helping people. They got married later and are now known in their neighborhood for their kindness and the love they share with everyone.

A story of a librarian and a musician. The librarian often hosted small music events in the library. The musician would perform at these events. They got to know each other over time. The librarian was drawn to the musician's passion for music, and the musician was charmed by the librarian's love for books. Their love story is one of shared interests and mutual admiration.

Sure. One interesting story could be about a street artist. He was creating amazing graffiti art on a wall in New York. He told the story of how he started from just doodling as a kid in his neighborhood to now having his art recognized all over the city. His work was not only beautiful but also told stories of the local people and their struggles.

There are many heart - warming tales. One that stands out is of two immigrants who found love in New York. They were both homesick and missing their families back in their home countries. They met at an immigrant support group. Their love was born out of understanding each other's struggles and the hope they had for a new life together in this big city.

There was a story of a teacher who was in one of the towers with her students. She remained calm and led the students to safety. She made sure they were all accounted for and protected them from the chaos and danger. Her self - less act was truly remarkable.

Maybe there are characters like a retired teacher who decides to start a community library in his neighborhood. He could be one of the main characters, using his knowledge and love for books to benefit the community. This shows his passion and dedication, which might be a central theme for his character in the stories.

There could be many. Maybe stories about acts of kindness, like a stranger helping an old lady carry her groceries. It might also include tales of people achieving their dreams against all odds in New York.

There might be a story of a volunteer in 'the best humans of new york stories'. This person dedicated their time to helping the homeless, providing food and shelter, which is truly inspiring as it shows selflessness and a big heart.