In Tyson Shepherd’s poetic prose Ancestors, ancient figures are envisioned as part of the natural world, embedded in the trees outside the narrator’s home. Their faces, hair, and toes merge with the bark and roots, offering silent guidance and comfort as the narrator plays in the forest, embodying a connection between nature and ancestral wisdom.
Ancestors
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Final Regrets
Phil Temples’ "Final Regrets" captures a fleeting moment of terror as Sydney faces an oncoming semi-truck. Instead of reliving cherished memories, his last thought is ...
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Traditions
In Traditions, Kelly Piner captures the warmth and nostalgia of a long-held Thanksgiving ritual. As Frances and Dale arrive at the charming country retreat, the ...
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