A History of Malice

n DJ Tyrer's free verse poem "A History of Malice," the poet explores how ancient grievances shape present cruelty. Through a reflective lens, the poem ...
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Whole-y Dance

In Phylicia Robinson's flash fiction, "Whole-y Dance," a character embodies grace and optimism as she dances through her day on a magical stream of fairy ...
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What She's Having

In Phillip Temples' flash fiction, "What She's Having," a woman answers a call from an unknown number, only to receive a chilling message: "It’ll be ...
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The Little Things

Kaval Naine’s poem, "The Little Things," captures the tender essence of burgeoning affection through a series of delicate observations. With heartfelt simplicity, Naine illustrates how ...
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299 Word Stories to Entertain

The "299 Word Stories to Entertain" challenge showcased the creative power of concise storytelling. Writers were tasked with crafting a story exactly 299 words long, ...
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49-Word Poem Top Picks

In a recent 49-word poetry challenge, writers wove together the evocative words "scribblers," "hurting," "thunder," and "audiophiles" into powerful miniature works. The results are a ...
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I Saw A Tree Die

In the Shakespearean sonnet "I Saw A Tree Die," Lauren Kawamoto captures the serene yet tragic end of a tree's life, cut down without warning ...
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