Readers Corner

A Voice From the Past

JC Scull's "A Voice From the Past" tells the story of a man who is suddenly reconnected with Hanna, a fierce and unforgettable woman from his past. Her urgent message stirs up long-forgotten memories and emotions, leading him on a ...
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What Better Gift

Dee Allen's "What Better Gift" explores the quiet yet profound journey of a girl who stands apart from her peers, embodying the loneliness and resilience of being different in a conformist world.
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I Wonder

"I Wonder" by Bob Bussey reflects on the profound questions of existence and the cosmos. The poem’s contemplative verses invite readers to consider their place in the universe and the mysteries that lie beyond, sparking a sense of wonder and ...
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7UP

Leslie Cairns' "7UP" explores the delicate space between therapy sessions, capturing the waiting and yearning that define the process. With a blend of free verse and prose, the piece paints a rich portrait of the emotional landscape, as the narrator ...
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The Eastside Invisible Man

In "The Eastside Invisible Man" by JP Lorence, an ordinary bus stop turns into a stage for a dramatic monologue. A homeless man, in ragged clothes, passionately defends himself against unseen accusers, drawing attention to the invisible struggles he faces. ...
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Chorus

"Chorus" by Nikki Tate reveals the subtle dynamics of a theater through free verse. The poem highlights the contrast between the actors' offstage murmurs and the powerful action occurring at center stage.
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Retribution

Liana Cass’s "Retribution" captures the essence of regret and rage in the aftermath of unspoken grief. With powerful imagery of broken tongues and lost love, the poem explores how the most profound losses are often the hardest to recover from.
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Echoes of the Ocean

Nitika Balaram’s Echoes of the Ocean presents a compelling flash fiction story where the ocean’s rhythmic whispers become a metaphor for personal reflection. The tale elegantly intertwines the natural world with the protagonist’s introspective journey.
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Reflections

Reflections by Bob Bussey poignantly explores the theme of yearning. The poem’s brevity mirrors the intensity of the speaker’s emotions as they continually encounter their lost love in both dreams and everyday thoughts.
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An Interview With Stalin in Hell

J C Scull’s An Interview With Stalin in Hell follows a curious traveler entering Hell, armed with a celestial passport and a mission to interview Stalin. The gates of the underworld open to reveal an eerie, bureaucratic twist.
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Faithless Bird

In Faithless Bird, Liana Cass explores the emptiness of a heart too accustomed to solitude. The poem reflects on the paradox of love that feels more like sorrow, longing for a faithless tomorrow.
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