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In Another Year

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Death Life Reflection

Olivia McKenna-Stevens’ In Another Year explores reflections on death, faith, and the search for meaning. Through vivid memories and introspection, the narrator grapples with life’s mysteries, questioning the relationship between grief, beauty, and belief.

The Marti-an Spaceship Hospital

Guest Author Short Stories Flash Fiction Science Fiction

Jon Moray’s The Marti-an Spaceship Hospital follows Jo-An and her husband as they rush her ailing father to the hospital, only to stumble upon an unexpected and glowing neon detour—leading to an otherworldly twist in their journey of care and ...

A Special Picnic

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Family Memories

In A Special Picnic by Lisa Holcomb, Jamie and I honor your memory by gathering your favorite things for a heartfelt tradition. This flash fiction piece explores love, loss, and the special rituals that keep someone’s memory alive.

Malfunctioning Creation

Guest Author Poems & Poets Humanity Reflection

Neha Mohajer’s Malfunctioning Creation reflects on identity and the barriers separating "you" from "us." Through thoughtful verse, the poem explores the tension between individuality and collective existence, questioning the unseen fears that unite and divide us.

I’ve Already Written this Poem, but Hear Me Out

Guest Author Poems & Poets Chaos Everyday Life

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.

The Flock

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Crime Flash Fiction Suspense

A dangerous criminal known as "Emperor" takes refuge in a museum, leading to a high-stakes standoff with the police in Vulpes Corsac's flash fiction. Experience the tension between crime and justice in this thrilling narrative.

The Boy from the Shadow of Long Mountain

Guest Author PAID Short Stories Fiction History War

Set against the backdrop of World War I, this story follows Private Walter O. Finch as he departs from his quiet Campbell County home to join the war. The narrative captures the tension between war’s chaos and a longing for ...

Sestina in Spain

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Love Reflection

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.

Dinosaur Footprints

Guest Author Poems & Poets Everyday Life

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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