In 'The Last Cigarette' by Donna Faulkner née Miller, death dances with memories as the poet mourns her father's passing. Stitched together with poignant imagery, the poem reveals the lasting impact of loss and the haunting beauty of remembrance.
The Last Cigarette


Written Tales
Unleash your passion for literature and join the Written Tales family. Together, we'll make it the #1 home for writers & readers. Subscribe today and become part of our community that embraces poems and short story forms.
Join Today
A Piece of Summer Sheltered
Guest Author
December 13, 2024
In A Piece of Summer Sheltered, Carlee Migliorisi captures the subtle beauty of a greenhouse retreat, where a crisp world outside contrasts with the warmth ...
Read More →
Dawn Patrol
Guest Author
February 1, 2025
Warren Benedetto’s Dawn Patrol follows Scott to Salt Creek Beach at dawn. With his surfboard and a sleepless night behind him, he finds unexpected peace ...
Read More →