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
Anton
By Oleg Daugovish On an island of Fyn, washed by two frigid seas, a town of Svendborg roots. A church by the harbor repels rain’s assault with an armor of red bricks and tile. Inside the gloomy cathedral, a scent of sandalwood coats the dark-haired crowd whispering in Tagalog. The Danish Catholic congregation relies on … Continue reading Anton
Love Poem
By lilith connor I used to be able to spin words like poetry to suit my will. Curve around the entrances and beginnings, soft as snow, beckoning you to come inside. Close the exit, it's doors twisting shut, pulling strings at my wish.I used to be able to have others do what I wanted.But now … Continue reading Love Poem
The Appearance of Disappearance
By Alex Andy Phuong Vanish as a result of banishmentLost without a traceUnderstanding lossAnd being out of place,But when it comesTo the nature of love,And being gone,There is still the possibility To continue on,So rise like the dawn,And reappear,No matter how hard it isTo cope with all that has disappeared,For there is still hopeFor a … Continue reading The Appearance of Disappearance
April Poetry Contest: Gold Winner: “What I Write” by Matthew Lee
My poetry is written in the dark.A promised secrecy — thatis my antidote to persisted remembrance,an echolalia of incomplete things.I give myself out. In my momentof vulnerability, the lonely hour,I think I see before me a wallpaperof a thousand thundering eyes,boring bullet-holes into my sternum.But they will find no heart, for I have alreadylaid it … Continue reading April Poetry Contest: Gold Winner: “What I Write” by Matthew Lee
April Poetry Contest: Silver Winner: “Depth Valley” by Alex Andy Phuong
Flashes of flickering lightWithin a valley of ashesCould offer hope for humanity As well as overcoming adversity,And given the nature of reality,Venturing into the depths of the abyssCould provide a thrilling adventure That could be hit or miss,So understand the significance Of the depths of the soulWhile marveling at the wonderOf the world as a … Continue reading April Poetry Contest: Silver Winner: “Depth Valley” by Alex Andy Phuong
Academy of the Heart And Mind 