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Poetry
23 October 2024

A Storm Remembered

Danica Gonsalves
This is an ekphrastic poem based on a painting that really spoke to me on a recent visit to the Louvre in Paris, France. The painting is Bateaux de pêche et cabotier par gros temps, dit Le Coup de Vent, 1677 by Ludolf Backhuysen. Translated, the title reads ‘Fishing Boats and Coaster in Stormy Weather, known as The Gust of Wind, 1677’. It is an oil on canvas painting that shows one, maybe two people on shore during a very stormy day watching what appear to be sailboats in a very rough sea. The colors are moody and very true to what a stormy day on the beach might feel like. The poem reads like a memory.
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Fiction
23 September 2024

When the Shadows Come Out to Play

Maggie Anaya
Leah, a strong and confident woman, finds herself paralyzed with fear in a vivid nightmare where a towering beast attacks her. Awakening safe in her tent at Grinnell Lake, she struggles to shake off the terror of her dream. As dawn breaks, Leah reflects on the beauty of her surroundings and the ten-mile hike that brought her and her friends to this serene location. Despite the lingering unease from her nightmare, she embraces the tranquility of the lake and the promise of a relaxing weekend. However, as she takes a morning walk, Leah’s peace is shattered when she encounters a familiar, menacing figure from her dream, leaving her to question the boundaries between reality and imagination. Leah is faced again with running for her life as her nightmare chases her once again.
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Poetry23 September 2024

You Should Feel This too

John Rethage
Creating an existence is difficult, but with experience we find the words, fitting them into spaces that once occupied the tip of tongues. These works are my journey through love and loss, finding my person and watching them lose themselves in the same breath. A collective of my psyche, it's embrace, decent, and path through and beyond.
Poetry23 September 2024

Cycles of Life: A Journey Through Birth, Aging, Illness, and Death

Xinyu Zhang
This poignant poetry collection captures the full spectrum of human experience. Through a series of reflective and evocative poems, the collection explores the universal themes of birth, aging, illness, and death, portraying the beauty, pain, joy, and sorrow inherent in each phase of life. The poems articulate profound personal experiences while resonating with readers who have faced similar moments of profound change and reflection. By distilling complex emotions into concise and powerful language, this collection offers a sense of connection and understanding, encouraging deep emotional responses and inspiring strength in the face of life's inevitable cycles. Through the natural imagery and metaphors, the collection underscores the impermanence of life and the resilience found in the human spirit.
Poetry18 October 2024

Poetry of a Widow

Evelia Padilla
This collection of poems explores the multifaceted experience of grief, delving into its emotional, psychological, and physical impacts. Through vivid imagery and intimate reflection, each poem seeks to capture the rawness of loss and the journey toward healing. The verses navigate themes of memory, longing, and acceptance, offering an authentic portrayal of the universal yet deeply personal nature of mourning. By embracing both the darkness and the moments of light that emerge through the grieving process, these poems aim to resonate with readers who have faced similar experiences, providing both solace and understanding.
Poetry23 October 2024

A Storm Remembered

Danica Gonsalves
This is an ekphrastic poem based on a painting that really spoke to me on a recent visit to the Louvre in Paris, France. The painting is Bateaux de pêche et cabotier par gros temps, dit Le Coup de Vent, 1677 by Ludolf Backhuysen. Translated, the title reads ‘Fishing Boats and Coaster in Stormy Weather, known as The Gust of Wind, 1677’. It is an oil on canvas painting that shows one, maybe two people on shore during a very stormy day watching what appear to be sailboats in a very rough sea. The colors are moody and very true to what a stormy day on the beach might feel like. The poem reads like a memory.
Poetry5 November 2024

Running Nature's Beauty

Robert Sager
During my runs, I am constantly in awe of the natural beauty that surrounds me. It's easy for runners to get caught up in the physical struggles of their workout and forget to appreciate the stunning scenery that can be found along their chosen routes. I have come to realize that each experience is unique and that the path taken can significantly influence the overall experience. Through my poetry, I aim to convey the personal struggles, awe-inspiring moments, and values runners encounter on their journeys. I hope my words will inspire others to take a moment to appreciate the beauty that surrounds them, even amid their most challenging workouts. By doing so, runners can find renewed motivation and a greater sense of connection with the world around them.
Poetry19 November 2024

Would You Silence the Flap of a Single Butterfly's Wings?

Marie Salerno
The compilation of poems: "Would You Silence the Flap of a Single Butterfly’s Wings?" was written as a way to cope with and process a series of difficult situations that were experienced in the author’s past. An experience where discrimination and silencing were commonplace. When trying to express her experience, the easiest way to talk about it with others was to compare herself to a butterfly with her wings being tied down. She found that her journey was very similar to that of a butterfly’s journey and that when comparing the two, it was also easier for others to relate. No matter how difficult a butterfly’s journey, they persevere and continue, as did she. With her words, she hopes that others might find comfort and positivity in her experiences and journey, as well as appreciate the journey that a butterfly takes no matter the challenges. The poems can be enjoyed together or separately, as they are in no particular order.
Poetry19 November 2024

Echoes of Resilience

Michael Wang
"Echoes of Resilience" is a poetry collection that delves into the human spirit's capacity to endure and thrive in the face of adversity. Each poem in the collection captures different facets of resilience through vivid imagery, emotional depth, and powerful symbolism. The thematic consistency of the poems creates a cohesive and unified narrative, while the diverse perspectives offer a broad and inclusive look at resilience. Through stories of quiet strength, survival, rebirth, perseverance, internal battles, hope, caregiving, and reflections on the past, the collection celebrates the strength found in overcoming challenges. The poems resonate deeply with readers, inviting them to connect with the characters' experiences and reflect on their own resilience. By providing inspiration and comfort, "Echoes of Resilience" highlights the beauty of the human spirit's tenacity, making it a well-crafted and impactful collection poised to resonate with a wide audience.
Poetry19 November 2024

Beginning to End

Jared Duncan
Beginning to End by J Duncan - 2024 This poem protrays a human's life from birth to death. Each stanza has it's own light to shine on life cylce.
Poetry19 November 2024

Poems of the Mind

Noah Tinajero
In this article contains 7 different poems which describe situations and feelings that might be common to many people. These seven poems each have a different theme ranging to the changing of time, nature, love, and personal activities.
Poetry6 January 2025

Where Earth Speaks

Spencer DeGraff
This is a group of poems about nature, emotion, humanity and reflection.
Poetry27 January 2025

A Life's Journey

Alyssa Sullivan
A collection of poems intending to represent various stages and experiences throughout life.
Poetry27 January 2025

poems

caleb snider
This collection of poems reflects my personal journey through creativity, exploring themes of the dark, dismal reality I dwell on daily. Each piece showcases a unique perspective and voice. These works aim to evoke thought, connection, and introspection in readers, capturing moments that are both relatable and intensely personal. In this work, I use poetry to express the complexities of life and human connection.
Poetry8 February 2025

Across the Icy Veil

Zachery Heuser
The poem depicts the harrowing and courageous journey of General George Washington and his troops as they cross the icy Delaware River during the American Revolution. Against a backdrop of harsh winter conditions and uncertainty, the soldiers press forward with unwavering resolve. The poem emphasizes themes of hope, sacrifice, and determination as the figure of the general leads his men toward a pivotal moment in history. Through powerful imagery and symbolic language, the poem reflects on the significance of this moment, where the struggle for freedom gained new momentum, and liberty began to rise over tyranny.
Poetry8 February 2025

The Wonders of Human Existence

Kent Nino Cadelina
Wrote a set of poems with my personal experience and what I think the point of views of my love. Reminding what life has given from when I was a child until becoming as an adult.

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