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Ethiopian Prayer

Bob Bussey PAID Poems & Poets Family Hope Youth

In "Ethiopian Prayer," Bob Bussey presents a poignant reflection through the eyes of Abeba, a young girl in Ethiopia. The poem conveys her daily prayers for safety, family, and the freedom to express her emotions amid the harsh realities faced ...

Feast of the Melancholics

Guest Author Poems & Poets 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 herself mired in regret and nostalgia. The prose poem explores the cyclical nature of her ...

Wishbone

Guest Author PAID Short Stories History Memories

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 queens. Through vivid memories of her youth spent at Elizabeth’s Tavern, the story captures the ...

On Such Tracks

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets 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 train battling a formidable mountain, the poem reflects on humanity's relentless drive and the philosophical ...

Oblivion

Guest Author Quatrain 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 with elusive fragments of memory or understanding, symbolizing a quest for what is missing from ...

The Young Star

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets 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 destiny. As the figure matures, they reflect on the scholarly discussions and prophecies that shaped ...

Elephants and Donkeys How to Win and How to Lose

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets 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 metaphors. The poem contrasts the imposing nature of an elephant father with the steadfast protectiveness ...

I Don't Regret

Guest Author Short Stories Emotional Journey Non-Fiction Reflection

In "I Don’t Regret," J.B. Polk reflects on turning 60 while listening to Edith Piaf's poignant song. As he contemplates his life during a traffic jam, he finds no regrets about his past but experiences a tinge of sadness for ...

Fissured Life Yet Reason to Hope

Guest Author Acrostic Chaos Hope

In "Fissured Life Yet Reason to Hope," Gurupreet K Khalsa uses an acrostic structure to explore the tension between despair and hope. Through vivid imagery and a contemplative tone, the poem reveals the struggle with chaos and the search for ...

Among a Thousand Islands

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Nature Reflection

In "Among a Thousand Islands," Reed Venrick’s free verse poem paints a serene picture of a late afternoon on a small island. The poem captures the tranquil beauty of a tropical setting, where the speaker finds solace in the cooling ...

White Stone

Guest Author Poems & Poets Family

In "White Stone," Mason Pfaff employs free verse to reflect on identity and legacy through vivid imagery and personal symbols. The poem intertwines the search for one’s name with themes of inheritance and the passage of time, as the speaker ...

In Midair

Guest Author Short Stories Childhood Family Inner Conflict

In "In Midair," Diane Kimbrell captures the excitement and underlying tension of a young girl's first circus experience. As she navigates the thrill of the spectacle against a backdrop of familial turmoil and personal fears, the story poignantly contrasts the ...

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