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Returning: Passage to Perfection

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Emotional Journey Life Struggles Spiritual

In "Returning: Passage to Perfection," a poem by Gurupreet Khalsa, the reader is taken on a journey through the tangled emotions of life's struggles. This introspective piece explores the search for unity amidst the duality of love, hate, and fear, ...

The Autumn of Her Fall

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Autumn Nature Reflection

J. Iner Souster's 'The Autumn of Her Fall': A Tale of Silent Struggles. Elethea's inner turmoil echoes, unspoken. Through tear-stained eyes, her journey unravels, painting a picture of fading dreams in the tapestry of time.

The Cold Reality

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Reflection Solitude

Embark on 'The Cold Reality' by Adam Crawford: Embracing Solitude in a Crowded World. Like winter birds on the circle's edge, some endure isolation, while warmth finds its way to those gifted.

The Visha Kanya

Mark Ready PAID Short Stories Death Self-Discovery Thriller

Uncover 'The Visha Kanya' by Mark Ready: A Dance Beyond Desires. As lust ignites in Garstin Bastion Road, Sarika wields her body's power, emerging as the enigmatic 'Visha Kanya.' A tale of intrigue and empowerment.

The Peregrine Falcon's Plainsong

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Culture Nature

In "The Peregrine Falcon's Plainsong," a poem by E. Eugene Jones Baldwin, the poet reflects on the echoes of ancient civilizations at Blue Pool's towering limestone bluff. Here, memories of Mississippian hunters and sacred chants intertwine with nature's enduring presence.

You've Been In The Making

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Reflection

In Jasmine Szympruch's "You've Been In The Making," the poem reflects on the idea that one's unique existence is the result of centuries of unseen forces, celebrating the journey of becoming oneself.

No Longer a Damsel in Distress

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Fear Non-Fiction Phobia

In "No Longer a Damsel in Distress," Cassandra O'Sullivan Sachar explores her intense fear of bats, or chiroptophobia, which contrasts sharply with her childhood encounters with them. She recalls her past terror during nighttime swims and anticipates the inevitable confrontation ...

Morning Musings with Bird Songs

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Reflection

In Jackie Chou's free verse poem "Morning Musings with Bird Songs," the poet reflects on the passage of time and the inevitable shift from youth to a more mature self. The weight of each step and the burdens of age ...

Some Truth About ‘haves’ & ‘have nots’

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Philosophy Reflection

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 on how our understanding of the universe and our own thoughts is rooted in past ...

Meira and the Iron Stove

Guest Author PAID Short Stories History Trauma War

In Alan Bern's short fiction "Meira and the Iron Stove," the past and present intertwine as Meira reveals her deep-seated aversion to stoves, a phobia rooted in a traumatic summer in Assisi during World War II. Her confession to Fredo, ...

Evening's Watch

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Death Life Reflection

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 captures a moment of intense anticipation, teetering between life and death, where the uncertainty of ...

The Body is a Weapon

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Internal Struggles Survival

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 the world hurls its hatred, the poem captures the brutal reality of being both a ...

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