By John Ziegler She called it the fox robe which it wasn’t.I found it in the steamer trunk in her atticwrapped in brown butcher paper.It was more of a blanket.Eight fox pelts with glass eyes, a hint of fine yellow teeth.Unrolled, it released the aroma of moth ballsintended to prevent moths from eating the foxes.The … Continue reading Fox Robe
Making a Difference
By Lewis Brett Smiler Mr. Erdofi could not recall how many millions he had donated over the past twenty years. However, there was no place where his philanthropy was more evident than his hometown. He had been honored numerous times for his local contributions, but not everyone was impressed. Wayne Thompson, an old high school … Continue reading Making a Difference
My Mask and I
By Winnie Louise Sjoquist I’m told that I must open up my heartInstead of keeping it buried down deep The world is loud, selfish, and meanSo it’s easier to put my soul to sleep They say I must speak more cheerfully But they smile with swords in handWeapons garnished with roses But they still all … Continue reading My Mask and I
Bathed in Stars, The Dancer as a Shadow, and LOML
By lilith connor Bathed in StarsThe Dancer as as ShadowLOML lilith connor is a teenage girl with a deep passion for art, writing, and all things creative. She spends her time, reading, writing, and coming up with new ideas. She is an accomplished poet with a national Silver Medal in scholastic and has been published … Continue reading Bathed in Stars, The Dancer as a Shadow, and LOML
Broken
By Cynthia Pitman My bones ache, cracked by emptiness.I long to be lowered into a bath of soothing nectarfrom the wild honeysuckle.I will vine to the skyand sprout leaves of spring green.From my vine will blossomtiny, white-petaled flowers divine – flowers with a pink-tipped kiss withinand with pollen-topped stamensstained gold from an alchemist’s rain.When the … Continue reading Broken
Bear the Pomegranate
By V.T. Wes When in contempt for the other, they will sit across from each other in an isolated room on leather sofas. The room is minimal in use. A radio fills the atmosphere with static as frost collects on the chilled window. A portrait hangs above each person, catching the little light melting inside. … Continue reading Bear the Pomegranate
Icy Prison
By Erni-Szakács Szilárd Icy Prison It was a bleak winter day. Just like every other day on Jarvistensaari, the even more northern island of the northern hemisphere. The island did not have too many inhabitants; it was home to only some children and their parents. Perhaps it was better that there were only a few … Continue reading Icy Prison
Inspire for Hire
By Alex Andy Phuong As a person transitioned from college to adulthood, conflict came about along with hints of doubt. After all, like after graduation is nothing like High School Musical. Without graduating summa cum laude, this individual had to learn many powerful life lessons that extend beyond academic settings. In fact, this person learned … Continue reading Inspire for Hire
The Blank Page
By Steve Cristinzio Kevin is a writer. Kevin spends much of his time writing stories. Everywhere he goes, he carries a notebook with him in case inspiration strikes. Every so often, his stories turn out quite good. Sometimes they don't, though the quality of his work never mattered to him. He revels in the joy … Continue reading The Blank Page
Pigeon and Dove – II
By Dr. Vahidhusen Sayyad Originally published in "My Son & Other Poems" A pigeon has fallen in love.Not with a pigeon but a dove.They are so different from each otherBut not departed from one another.They talk the same love language.Their feelings no one can discourage. Though none around them can accept.The world cannot understand their … Continue reading Pigeon and Dove – II
Academy of the Heart And Mind 