Bone Dry and Scorched

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 ...
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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 ...
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Weekend Results Are In!

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 ...
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Milt and Lil

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. ...
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What’s Left To Hear

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. ...
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See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Be Evil

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 ...
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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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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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