Readers Corner

In "X," Kimberly Madura explores the transient joy of achieving a momentary desire, highlighting the immediate yet burning satisfaction of fulfillment and its fleeting nature.

In Sochukwu Ivye’s poem My Fortress, My Divine Heritage, the imagery of a steadfast castle embodies resilience and sacrifice. The fortress, standing tall amidst danger, symbolizes unwavering protection and dedication, mirroring the narrator’s reverence and strategic planning. The poem intertwines ...

In Laura Turzo’s free verse poem Last Word, the final moments of a life are depicted with raw intensity. As the speaker’s breath fades, love emerges from a body marked by disgrace and shame. The solitary word that lingers in ...

John Grey's poem Twister offers a stark perspective on natural disasters, showing no sympathy for the inanimate objects and daily struggles disrupted by a storm. The poem reflects on how a twister disregards human concerns, from household chores to financial ...

In Jackie Chou’s poem The Nest, the speaker yearns to transform into a raven, drifting effortlessly through the sky. The imagery of becoming a mere dot against the vast blue evokes a desire for freedom and escape from the confines ...

In LindaAnn LoSchiavi’s blank verse poem The Closet As She Left It, the father grapples with loss as he examines his late wife’s personal belongings. The intimate, perfume-scented items in her closet become a powerful testament to her presence and ...

Shamik Banerjee’s God's Voice captures a sacred dialogue between the divine and the poet. Through serene imagery and spiritual resonance, the poem reveals how God's voice fills the poet's life with light and grace, countering malice and bestowing blessings in ...

Tia Gray's poem The God of Destruction explores the paradox of a force that brings both beauty and devastation. Through vivid imagery and stark contrasts, it depicts a divine power that inflicts pain while simultaneously offering a symphony of sorrow ...

In Kyle Newman's poem Moth Season, a nostalgic reflection emerges from a past where love was cherished above all else, unburdened by the responsibilities of children and careers. The poem delicately examines the simplicity of a time when affection was ...

n DJ Tyrer's free verse poem "A History of Malice," the poet explores how ancient grievances shape present cruelty. Through a reflective lens, the poem reveals how malice and wrongs from the past perpetuate through generations, embedding themselves in the ...