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Emergence

Guest Author Poems & Poets Nature Renewal Transformation

In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "Emergence," the delicate process of transformation is beautifully illustrated. The poem captures the journey of a bud from nothingness to a blossoming flower, and the unfolding of a leaf from a frosted branch, symbolizing ...

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 ...

Weekend Challenge Results Are In!

Guest Author Writers Series Weekend Challenge

In this week's challenge, writers dazzled with their creativity, crafting 199-word stories incorporating the words "Soar," "Whisper," "Meadow," "Lantern," and "Vibrant." Our top picks from Rex Carey Arrasmith and noodleBubble shine with vibrant imagery and imaginative storytelling. Dive into their ...

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, ...

I Always Thought I’d See You Again

Guest Author Poems & Poets Emotional Journey Loss

In Dawn Colclasure's poignant poem "I Always Thought I’d See You Again," the speaker reflects on the ease with which time slips away and the abrupt, heart-wrenching pain of receiving news of a loved one's death. The poem captures the ...

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 ...

Lionized

Guest Author Poems & Poets Life Passion

In Margaret D. Stetz's free verse poem "Lionized," the intimate encounter between two lovers is captured in a confined studio where boundaries blur. As they ascend the stairs, their roles reverse, with the hunter and the hunted intertwining in a ...

Ice on the Branch

Guest Author Poems & Poets Nature Winter

In Suzanna C. de Baca's poem "Ice on the Branch," the fragile beauty of a frozen branch reflects the poignant tension between radiance and fragility. As the ice glistens in the sunlight, the poem captures a moment of breathtaking beauty ...

Weekend Challenge Showdown

Guest Author Writers Series Holiday Weekend Challenge

In this "Weekend Challenge Showdown," two talented poets, Margaret D. Stetz and Ime Eshiet, captivate readers with their creative takes on the U.S.A. Through a poem and a short story of 100 words, these top reader picks highlight the unique ...

This Is Now, and That Was Then

Guest Author Poems & Poets Reflection Traditions Wisdom

In Thomas Harrison Humphreys' poem "This Is Now, and That Was Then," a young boy reflects on the wisdom imparted by Ol’ Mr. Freeman during his daily ritual of raising and lowering the flag. Through simple yet profound lessons, the ...

Appearances

Guest Author Short Stories Flash Fiction Science Fiction Time Travel

In Phil Temples' flash fiction "Appearances," Henry Weinstock returns from an extraordinary journey through time, space, and the multiverse, ready to resume the life he left behind as a college freshman. As he faces the reality of unfinished degrees and ...

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