Meeting In The Dark
May 17, 2024
Nature
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
May 10, 2024
Weekend 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
May 8, 2024
Philosophy
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
May 7, 2024
Inner Conflict Politics
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
May 2, 2024
Drama Life Struggles
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
April 30, 2024
Emotional Journey Regret Turmoil
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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Wishbone
In "Wishbone," Billie-Leigh Burns weaves a nostalgic tale of a woman retracing her steps to The Wishbone Inns, a collection of establishments named after historical ...
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On Such Tracks
April 24, 2024
Life Struggles Nature
In "On Such Tracks," Thomas Harrison Humphreys uses vivid imagery to depict a fierce struggle between man and nature. Through the metaphor of a struggling ...
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Oblivion
April 23, 2024
Loss Reflection
In "Oblivion," Thompson Emate's quatrain poem explores the theme of unawareness and loss. As the night envelops the room in darkness, the speaker is preoccupied ...
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The Young Star
April 22, 2024
Everyday Life Philosophy
In "The Young Star," Douglas Colston crafts a narrative of a prince or princess whose extraordinary lineage and upbringing set the stage for a remarkable ...
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Elephants and Donkeys How to Win and How to Lose
April 19, 2024
Family
In "Elephants and Donkeys How to Win and How to Lose," Thomas Harrison Humphreys presents a whimsical yet profound exploration of family dynamics through animal ...
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