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Would She Care to Dance?

Guest Author Short Stories Fiction Romance

In Julia Hawkins' short story, a chance meeting at a bar leads to an unexpected dance, sparking a moment of joy and connection. Discover the allure of spontaneous encounters in this captivating tale.

Bhami

Guest Author Poems & Poets Chaos Internal Struggles

Mimi Bordeaux’s Bhami takes readers on a surreal, feverish journey through disorienting sensations, blending fragmented thoughts with visceral imagery. The poem captures a chaotic internal experience, evoking a sense of urgency and physical unraveling.

By the River

Guest Author Poems & Poets Nature

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.

Then, An Ever Present Now

Guest Author Short Stories Flash Fiction Reflection

Kelly Neal’s flash fiction weaves a tale of patience and memory, capturing the rhythm of life through the imagery of weaving. Explore the blend of timelessness and change in this evocative narrative.

As One

Guest Author PAID Poems & Poets Love

Dibyasree Nandy’s As One paints a vivid picture of love’s endurance through desolation and ruin. With imagery of treacherous landscapes and unstoppable travelers, the poem explores the unbreakable bond that persists even in the face of destruction.

Mystery Task

Guest Author Short Stories Flash Fiction Mystery

Susan Cornford’s Mystery Task blends myth and science fiction in a world where small metallic capsules are mistaken for ancient space ships. A curious Umpha’s mysterious compulsion to record and transmit their findings raises unsettling questions.

The Stillness

Guest Author Haibun Nature Reflection

Shreya Chauhan’s The Stillness weaves a delicate narrative of a spider's intricate web, blending observation with quiet reflection. The haibun captures the serenity of nature and the meditative stillness of the night.

Percival Primble & the Depository of Love

Mark Ready PAID Short Stories Hope

In Mark Ready’s short story "Percival Primble & the Depository of Love," Agatha Jones receives an unexpectedly intriguing letter at her dreary nursing home. The hand-addressed envelope from the enigmatic Mr. Percival Primple, with its promise of a “Depository of ...

Missing

Guest Author Poems & Poets Family Memories Reflection

Rene McKeel’s poem reflects on longing for cherished moments and the warmth of a grandmother's touch. The imagery of honeysuckle and lilacs intertwines with a deep yearning for simple joys and the comfort of the past.

Sometimes It Snows In April

Guest Author PAID Short Stories City Life Reflection Relationships

Brady Rhoades’ Sometimes It Snows in April follows Savannah, a Jewelry District commuter, through a crisp Southern California morning. Beneath the calm routine lies a quiet reflection on aging, loss, and the connection between two women bound by shared understanding.

BartholowMew Simpsunny – The Stray Who Came In From The Heat

Guest Author Quatrain Reflection

In BartholowMew Simpsunny – The Stray Who Came In From The Heat, Ken Gosse offers a whimsical quatrain about a stray cat who looks like a battle-worn desert rat. Found by a passer-by and brought to a vet's care, Mewie’s ...

Sympathy Oranges

Guest Author Poems & Poets Food Traditions

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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