Emergence
In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "Emergence," the delicate process of transformation is beautifully illustrated. The poem captures the journey of a bud from nothingness ...
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Some Truth About ‘haves’ & ‘have nots’
In Douglas Colston's free verse poem "Some Truth About ‘haves’ & ‘have nots’," the nature of human perception and consciousness is explored. The poem reflects ...
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Weekend Challenge Results Are In!
In this week's challenge, writers dazzled with their creativity, crafting 199-word stories incorporating the words "Soar," "Whisper," "Meadow," "Lantern," and "Vibrant." Our top picks from ...
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I Always Thought I’d See You Again
In Dawn Colclasure's poignant poem "I Always Thought I’d See You Again," the speaker reflects on the ease with which time slips away and the ...
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Evening's Watch
In Ann Garrett's poem "Evening's Watch," the speaker sits in a quiet room, bathed in the dimming light, as rain softly drizzles outside. The poem ...
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The Body is a Weapon
In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "The Body is a Weapon," the human form becomes a battlefield where flesh, words, and emotions are weaponized. As ...
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Lionized
In Margaret D. Stetz's free verse poem "Lionized," the intimate encounter between two lovers is captured in a confined studio where boundaries blur. As they ...
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Ice on the Branch
In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "Ice on the Branch," the fragile beauty of a frozen branch reflects the poignant tension between radiance and fragility. ...
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Weekend Challenge Showdown
In this "Weekend Challenge Showdown," two talented poets, Margaret D. Stetz and Ime Eshiet, captivate readers with their creative takes on the U.S.A. Through a ...
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This Is Now, and That Was Then
In Thomas Harrison Humphreys' poem "This Is Now, and That Was Then," a young boy reflects on the wisdom imparted by Ol’ Mr. Freeman during ...
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