In George Frost's short non-fiction Fifth Man in the Room, the narrative intertwines a late-night health crisis with the stress of an unresolved online assignment. As the pain intensifies and the ambulance approaches, the author reflects on the frantic efforts to meet a deadline and the frustration of technical failures, underscoring the intersection of personal crisis and academic pressure.
Fifth Man in the Room
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My Easter Treat
Mabel Osejindu’s poem "My Easter Treat" gently reminds readers of the true meaning behind Easter. Amidst the abundance of Easter eggs, the poem reflects on ...
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Oblivion
In "Oblivion," Thompson Emate's quatrain poem explores the theme of unawareness and loss. As the night envelops the room in darkness, the speaker is preoccupied ...
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