Talk About Church(!)

Jasmine Szympruch’s Talk About Church(!) captures a spiritual journey through the mundane. This free verse poem transforms a simple subway ride into a moving act ...
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Wildflowered Amnesty

In L.J. Gallagher’s sonnet “Wildflowered Amnesty,” the speaker yearns for the warmth and closeness of a loved one amid the harshness of distance and time. ...
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Snap Judgments

In Stu Ducklow’s “Snap Judgments,” a disillusioned former journalist plots revenge against a man who symbolizes his professional downfall. Using a school bus to enact ...
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Meeting In The Dark

In Nkocy Kingie’s “Meeting In The Dark,” nature's quiet world is juxtaposed with the unseen consumption of a rare, elusive feast. Set under the moonlight, ...
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Cutting Discord

In Sandi’s “Cutting Discord,” a character finds themselves locked out of their house and must resort to unconventional methods to break in. The tension rises ...
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The 149 Word Challenge

The results of the 149 Word Challenge are here! Discover the creative flair and concise storytelling that emerged from this unique writing prompt. Dive into ...
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Discovery, utility, the Tao and fruit

In “Discovery, utility, the Tao and fruit,” Douglas Colston explores the intersection of Taoist philosophy with the concept of capability and natural abundance. The poem ...
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If Man's Body was a Parliament

In “If Man's Body was a Parliament,” Shamik Banerjee envisions the human body as a legislative body, with the heart as the ruling party, the ...
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The Scenic Route, Redux

In “The Scenic Route, Redux,” Bill Tope captures the poignant and somewhat absurd moment of Shepard Frailey leaving the hospital. As Frailey struggles with his ...
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Feast of the Melancholics

In "Feast of the Melancholics," Cher Alex delves into the struggles of a woman who, despite her pursuit of fleeting desires and superficial pleasures, finds ...
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