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Chantou

July 27, 2023 Childhood Culture Non-Fiction

In Kathy Whipple's "Chantou," we are introduced to a ten-year-old girl in a Cambodian village who weaves intricate silk patterns on a wooden loom. The ...

One Rung Down

July 25, 2023 Courage Fear Nature

In Jeff Burt's poem "One Rung Down," the narrator reflects on the moment of stepping on the highest, unstable rung of a ladder while trimming ...

You've Been In The Making

July 24, 2023 Reflection

In Jasmine Szympruch's "You've Been In The Making," the poem reflects on the idea that one's unique existence is the result of centuries of unseen ...

Ars Poetica

July 23, 2023 Essay Literary Criticism

In "Ars Poetica," Taya Boyles reflects on the nature of poetry, agreeing with Derrida's view that a poem's success lies in its ability to communicate ...

No Longer a Damsel in Distress

July 22, 2023 Fear Non-Fiction Phobia

In "No Longer a Damsel in Distress," Cassandra O'Sullivan Sachar explores her intense fear of bats, or chiroptophobia, which contrasts sharply with her childhood encounters ...

Bone Dry and Scorched

July 21, 2023 Loss Traditions

In "Bone Dry and Scorched," Suzanna C. de Baca reflects on a solitary fishing trip to an old farm pond. With nostalgia and a sense ...

Truth

July 20, 2023 Everyday Life Truth

In Narayan Kar's poetic prose, "Truth," the fluidity of truth is explored with vivid contrasts. It is described as simultaneously warm and cold, fresh and ...

Weekend Results Are In!

July 19, 2023 Weekend Challenge

In the Weekend Challenge results, readers are treated to captivating stories based on the prompt, "You are not allowed to park here." The top picks ...

Milt and Lil

July 19, 2023 Childhood Drama Emotional Journey

In Mark Tulin’s short fiction "Milt and Lil," a young child recounts the turbulent relationship between his parents, marked by ceaseless arguments and trivial grievances. ...

What’s Left To Hear

July 16, 2023 Confession Life Struggles Loss

In Thomas Elson's prose piece "What’s Left To Hear," the narrator reflects on the physical and emotional toll of aging during a visit to confession. ...

See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Be Evil

July 14, 2023 Faith Internal Struggles

In Dru Dixon's short non-fiction piece "See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Be Evil," the author reflects on a life marked by adversity and the ...

Morning Musings with Bird Songs

July 13, 2023 Reflection

In Jackie Chou's free verse poem "Morning Musings with Bird Songs," the poet reflects on the passage of time and the inevitable shift from youth ...

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