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Hide and Seek

Bala·September 7, 2022

Hide and Seek written by: Bala He twisted his fingers and then his hands, stopped, picked up...

Literature English

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That’s Why I Lie

Jan Sargeant·July 11, 2022

That’s Why I Lie written by: Jan Sargeant Grey clouds ready to burst floods of blood and...

Poetry English

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Winter Blues Frenemies

Mirvat Manal·January 15, 2022

Winter Blues Frenemies written by: Mirvat Manal @mirvatmanal I fear acceptance in places, Places I’ve not yet...

English Poetry

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You Are Enough

Jess Greenwood·February 8, 2021

You Are Enough written by: Jess Greenwood When something starts to happen And the things of life...

Poetry English

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An Ode To Life’s Little Threats

Daisy King·August 24, 2020

An Ode To Life’s Little Threats written by: Daisy King @stormsinteacups You are an organ recently removed...

Poetry English

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A textbook example of nominative determinism, Lou Storey has always been a storyteller, a fact well illustrated in his art and in his writing. His careers have reflected that as well, first as a creator of idea-based exhibitions for museums, and later as a psychotherapist employing narrative therapies. His art and his writing share qualities of rich texture and detail, examining our capacity to be absurd while allowing a measure of forgiveness for our foibles. Storey and his husband Steve retired in 2021 and moved from New Jersey to Savannah Georgia. “We love everything about Savannah, it is like a city that looks like a park and thinks it’s a small town. Best of all, we can grow bananas in the backyard!”

Treats Only, Please! by Lauren Scott

Creepy cackles from tall, looming trees
startle their jumpy heartbeats as they walk.
Shadows discreetly follow the echoes
while they timidly proceed down the block.

Young voices repeat with conviction,
“It’s just a night for entertainment.”
There’s no need for goosebumps and fear
as their eyes focus on the cracked pavement.

Undeniably sensing they’re not alone,
many follow in their hesitant footsteps,
eager to reach doors and push doorbells
but afraid of frightening special effects....

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