Mother
In Thompson Emate's sonnet "Mother," the poet reflects on a mother’s prophetic vision of her child’s journey. Through vivid imagery, Emate explores the mother’s belief ...
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Scribbled Gibberish
February 26, 2024
Politics
In "Scribbled Gibberish," a gigan poem by Gurupreet K Khalsa, shadows of November’s chill merge with the murky depths of the bayou. The piece delves ...
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Hymn — KA
February 23, 2024
Emotional Journey
Dive into the raw intensity of "Hymn — KA," a free verse poem by David Blumenfeld. With visceral imagery and a torrent of relentless emotions, ...
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The Four Element Challenge
February 22, 2024
Weekend Challenge
Discover the creative brilliance of our latest challenge in "The Four Element Challenge: The Results Are In." Each entry, inspired by one of the classical ...
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Juliet's Last Lover
February 17, 2024
Emotional Journey Relationships
In "Juliet's Last Lover," Stu Ducklow presents a compelling short story about Juliet, an aging figure who, despite her shiny new exterior, struggles with her ...
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The Beginning of the End
February 16, 2024
Emotional Journey Family Illness
In "The Beginning of the End," Martha Mackilin Blair’s evocative short story delves into the quiet yet profound moments of a family confronting a dire ...
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Spring in the Alps
In "Spring in the Alps," Petrouchka Alexieva captures the majestic stillness of the Alpine landscape, where snow-laden peaks and dormant waterfalls paint a serene backdrop. ...
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Nostalgia's Embrace
February 11, 2024
Emotional Journey Freedom Personal Growth
In "Nostalgia's Embrace," MAOIs weaves a poignant reflection on breaking free from past constraints. The poem addresses a girl from yesteryears, navigating a life once ...
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The Nine Stages of Heartbreak
February 7, 2024
Emotional Journey Escape
In "The Nine Stages of Heartbreak," Zoë Mertz crafts an evocative short story that delves into the raw journey of emotional devastation. Beginning with the ...
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Dancing on the X
In Dancing on the X by Todd Williams, the poem reflects on youthful days of half-hearted schemes and simple pleasures. With vivid imagery, it contrasts ...
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Inching Up The Wall
In Inching Up The Wall by Denise McCabe, a young girl reflects on Sunday visits to her grandparents' Brooklyn brownstone. While her older brother and ...
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You Just Weren't There
"You Just Weren’t There" by Nicky Foster reflects on the painful gaps in memory between a mother and child, where the past is haunted by ...
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