Readers Corner
I’ve Already Written this Poem, but Hear Me Out
Victoria James’ I’ve Already Written This Poem, but Hear Me Out captures the chaos of daily life, from messy rooms to minor frustrations, all delivered with wit and honesty. A relatable glimpse into the everyday.
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Sestina in Spain
Ana Stevenson’s Sestina in Spain reflects on time, loss, and fleeting moments along the Balearic Sea. As the narrator drifts between past and present, the poem captures a longing for escape while grappling with the cost of love and grief.
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Dinosaur Footprints
Andre F. Peltier’s Dinosaur Footprints captures a fleeting moment in northern Arizona, where the promise of ancient tracks leads to an unexpected encounter. Beneath the desert heat, local vendors offer more than turquoise—they offer resilience and quiet strength.
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Midnight Passion
Odessa Gheeneil’s poem captures a serene night where classic rituals blend with nature. The scent of cedar, the touch of berry stains, and the blooming white rose create a vivid portrait of twilight’s quiet elegance.
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By the River
In By the River, Thompson Emate celebrates nature’s resilience and perpetual vitality. The poem reflects on the steadfastness of growth amid adversity, revealing how purpose and abundance persist through time’s ebb and flow.
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Sympathy Oranges
In Sympathy Oranges, Carleigh Lacroix reflects on a bowl of oranges from her late grandfather's wife, a gift that evokes memories of his annual holiday tradition. The citrus fruits, once a bright reminder of sunny Florida, now stand as a ...
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The Two Lights
Shamik Banerjee’s poem explores the allure of nature’s vast realms and their power to rejuvenate. Yet, amid the natural wonders, the speaker finds an even brighter, more profound light, offering an unexpected contrast.
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Still Seeking the Light
Explore Thompson Emate's poetic journey through inner conflict and hope in 'Still Seeking the Light.
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Can I Serve You Breakfast?
In Can I Serve You Breakfast?, H.R. Harper presents a haunting metaphor of forgotten promises and unpaid debts. Through imagery of wolves and a tattered robe, the poem explores themes of memory and retribution.
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