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  • Autumn in Progress By Carolyn Martin

    Autumn in Progress By Carolyn Martin

    Click photos to enlarge. Carolyn Martin is a lover of gardening and snorkeling, feral cats and backyard birds, writing and photography. She is currently the poetry editor of Kosmos Quarterly: journal for global transformation. Visit: carolynmartinpoet.com

  • The Black You Wore By Rock Martinez

    The Black You Wore By Rock Martinez

    In vivid splendor, on the fields where the sun shines brilliantlyYou make your way to the front, aspiring to greatnessAmid the glory, the gore and the toil comes your salvationDeath is a reality that comes to pass. You died in battle dress; you’re laid to rest in your Sunday bestBut…

  • Quiet, Please by Natasha Fontenelle

    Quiet, Please by Natasha Fontenelle

    Quiet, Please. I can’t hear myself not think,The incessant chatter edges me close to the brink. Quiet, please.Did I fail to mentionHow exhausting I find the piercing cries for attention?Eyes tight headachesCrave space to createVacation from persistent nonsensical notifications. Quiet, please.Let me feel the breeze,Please don’t bulldoze this void with…

  • Art by O. Yemi Tubi

    Art by O. Yemi Tubi

    O. Yemi Tubi (MOYAT), a Nigerian born, American trained Artist, currently residing in the United Kingdom as an artist with a creative and unique personal style. O. Yemi works were awarded 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th and 6th places in political commentaries in American Art Awards from 2014 to 2017. He…

  • Art By Kate Massey

    Art By Kate Massey

    Kate Massey is a California-based, visual artist who utilizes resin, acrylics, and watercolors to create three dimensional paintings. The addition of sculptural elements are intended to draw the viewer into the surreal, impressionist dreamscape. Links: Instagram @pocketfox3301 kmitch3ll33.wixsite.com/

  • RNA By Gary Beck

    RNA By Gary Beck

               As I rounded first base I felt a tear in my hamstring that shot up my leg with a stab of hot pain. It forced me to slow down, but I had to keep running because I was on the edge of the bubble and was afraid of getting cut…

  • The Cathedral Project By Jacob Austin

    The Cathedral Project By Jacob Austin

    Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β The town decided it would benefit from a bit of public space, so we began construction on what could best be described as a cathedral. The proper permits were acquired, the space donated by a local philanthropist, and work was quickly underway. First, the existing structures in the area had…

  • Unposted Drafts from My Ex’s Profile by M.C.G.

    Unposted Drafts from My Ex’s Profile by M.C.G.

    Mom caught us fucking the night of my 21st. Well, right after he came. Like she was waiting on cue.  Not the same vibe from when he gave me a Christmas I-love-you and a red beanie. We’d only been dating for three months and it took me until February to…

  • Tea with Old Friends By Jonathan Ferrini

    Tea with Old Friends By Jonathan Ferrini

    Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β It was a weekly treat for me to attend an elegant, afternoon, β€œHigh Tea” at the beautiful β€œMark Hopkins Hotel” after church services across the street. The β€œMark” held a commanding view of San Francisco from its location atop Nob Hill and provided a beautiful view of the iconic bridge,…