Hope is…
May 21, 2023
Inspirational Resilience
In Joy Moore's uplifting poem "Hope is...," the light of hope is depicted as a powerful force within us, urging us to rise above challenges ...
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Fleeced
May 20, 2023
Emotional Journey Winter
Scott Thomas Outlar's "Fleeced" captures the stark contrast between the cold of winter and the rawness of old and new wounds. Through vivid imagery of ...
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Birth and Death
May 19, 2023
Reflection
Shamik’s Birth and Death reflects on the unknowns of life and mortality, comparing them to rivers that carry us through fear, woe, and light. The ...
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Portrait of a Happenstance
May 19, 2023
Reflection
Sreekanth Kopuri’s Portrait of a Happenstance reflects on the unpredictability of encounters and how fleeting moments shape our understanding, blending surreal imagery with the subtle ...
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Grand Pontiff of Rehashed Apple Theorems
May 18, 2023
Culture Innovation Strategy
In "Grand Pontiff of Rehashed Apple Theorems," Scott Thomas Outlar offers a complex and thought-provoking poem that challenges conventional thought and strategy. Through a dense, ...
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Prolonging Life
In Prolonging Life, Evie Groch reflects on the slow decline of lilac petals and the struggle to let go of their fading beauty. The poem ...
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Death — Black And Starbound
May 16, 2023
Nature Reflection
In Death — Black And Starbound, Bruce McRae delves into themes of violence and existential dread. The prose presents a vivid and unsettling depiction of ...
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Relapse
May 16, 2023
Family Flash Fiction Mental Health
In Relapse by Cheryl Snell, a narrator trapped in a psychiatric hospital wrestles with her distorted perceptions, denying accusations from her family while struggling with ...
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New York City
May 15, 2023
New York City Urban Life
In New York City, W. Roger Carlisle portrays the city’s vibrant yet overwhelming essence. Through its intricate network of infrastructure and the ceaseless hustle of ...
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Goree Island
May 15, 2023
Historical Narrative
In "Goree Island," James Roth crafts a compelling creative non-fiction piece that takes readers on a poignant journey through Senegal’s historical landscape. Through vivid descriptions ...
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Woman Weather
May 14, 2023
Reflection Seasons
In "Woman Weather" by Moe Phillips, women are likened to soft April breezes, gently touching a green lawn and white sheets drying in the sun, ...
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Hospice
May 13, 2023
Reflection
In "Hospice," Joseph A. Farina offers a contemplative glimpse into a quiet corner of a hospice room. Through understated verses, Farina portrays a figure engaging ...
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