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Mother

Guest Author Sonnet Life Nature

In Thompson Emate's sonnet "Mother," the poet reflects on a mother’s prophetic vision of her child’s journey. Through vivid imagery, Emate explores the mother’s belief in the power of dawn to shape destiny and bring fortune. This contemplative piece highlights ...

Scribbled Gibberish

Guest Author Poems & Poets Politics

In "Scribbled Gibberish," a gigan poem by Gurupreet K Khalsa, shadows of November’s chill merge with the murky depths of the bayou. The piece delves into a world where reason falters, and banality overshadows wisdom. Khalsa crafts a haunting reflection ...

Hymn — KA

Guest Author Poems & Poets Emotional Journey

Dive into the raw intensity of "Hymn — KA," a free verse poem by David Blumenfeld. With visceral imagery and a torrent of relentless emotions, Blumenfeld explores the brutal clash between the physical and the metaphorical. The poem’s unflinching language ...

The Four Element Challenge

Guest Author Writers Series Weekend Challenge

Discover the creative brilliance of our latest challenge in "The Four Element Challenge: The Results Are In." Each entry, inspired by one of the classical elements—Earth, Air, Fire, or Water—brings a unique perspective to its theme. From desert stories and ...

Juliet's Last Lover

Guest Author Short Stories Emotional Journey Relationships

In "Juliet's Last Lover," Stu Ducklow presents a compelling short story about Juliet, an aging figure who, despite her shiny new exterior, struggles with her complex nature and aging process. Facing the inevitability of her end, Juliet reflects on her ...

A Valentine for the Dead

Mark Ready Short Stories Emotional Journey Non-Fiction

In "A Valentine for the Dead," Mark Ready's poignant short non-fiction piece delves into the lingering ache of loss and unfulfilled love. The narrative reflects on the profound impact of a departed lover, whose absence feels like a forcible severance ...

The Beginning of the End

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Emotional Journey Family Illness

In "The Beginning of the End," Martha Mackilin Blair’s evocative short story delves into the quiet yet profound moments of a family confronting a dire medical situation. The narrative unfolds with a poignant conversation about a bone marrow transplant, set ...

Spring in the Alps

Guest Author Poems & Poets Nature Winter

In "Spring in the Alps," Petrouchka Alexieva captures the majestic stillness of the Alpine landscape, where snow-laden peaks and dormant waterfalls paint a serene backdrop. The poem vividly portrays a climber's determined ascent, as they bravely scale the icy heights ...

Nostalgia's Embrace

Guest Author Poems & Poets Emotional Journey Freedom Personal Growth

In "Nostalgia's Embrace," MAOIs weaves a poignant reflection on breaking free from past constraints. The poem addresses a girl from yesteryears, navigating a life once marred by doubt, now liberated and soaring into new beginnings. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt ...

The Nine Stages of Heartbreak

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Emotional Journey Escape

In "The Nine Stages of Heartbreak," Zoë Mertz crafts an evocative short story that delves into the raw journey of emotional devastation. Beginning with the jarring moment of shock, the narrative explores the protagonist's overwhelming grief as they navigate the ...

Dancing on the X

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Childhood Memories

In Dancing on the X by Todd Williams, the poem reflects on youthful days of half-hearted schemes and simple pleasures. With vivid imagery, it contrasts childhood summers and school days endured, against the distant world of parental wisdom, now fading ...

Early Life

Doug Hawley PAID Short Stories Childhood Memories

In Early Life by Doug Hawley, the narrator reflects on childhood memories from the late 1940s to mid-1950s. The recollections are marked by innocent play, friendships, and a stable family life, capturing the simplicity of that era.

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