By Musu Bangura The sun was making its way into Alpha’s yard for another day of life. He needed fresh coffee beans. Their current stash, that had already been picked, washed, processed and roasted the week before, had run low according to his wife, Jeneba. But there was still enough left over this morning to … Continue reading The Grandparents
The Comic Book
By Eric Burbridge It was not often nostalgia overtook me, but today it hit hard. When I turned down Cottage Grove Ave. at 95th street memories of my grammar school days and classmates who were, like myself, comic book fanatics. I pulled over at 89th street, parked several car lengths from a bus shelter, popped … Continue reading The Comic Book
The little penguin
By Cecilia Valetti The large toy store was full of lights and decorations. Jenny was walking around with her mother and looking at the toys on the shelves. There was everything a child could desire. There were building bricks, toy cars, dolls, books, crayons and board games, colourful puzzles and big doll houses…. Her mother … Continue reading The little penguin
The Man Who Always Left
By Anita G. Gorman He was her boyfriend, her significant other, her live-in hanger-on, and he had a habit of leaving. But only at certain important times of the year. His name was Lucas. He had struck up a conversation with Margaret at the Giant Falcon supermarket near the endive. “Hey.” “Hey,” she replied. “Nice … Continue reading The Man Who Always Left
Uriel Fox and The Train Derailment
By John F. Zurn In his endless wanderings through back streets, train stations, and city parks, Uriel Fox traveled incessantly, and wherever he went he stumbled upon people with difficult problems. Whether these problems appeared to be created by the individuals themselves or by some outside force of fear and intimidation, Uriel almost always found … Continue reading Uriel Fox and The Train Derailment
Watercolors
By Michael Colon As I center myself in the middle of my bedroom, I absorb the stories behind each of my paintings hung up all over the walls. I turned 21 years old yesterday, and all I wanted to do for my birthday was paint. I didn't want to go out to celebrate with anyone. … Continue reading Watercolors
She King
By Mooba Mweemba Long ago deep in the heart of an African society, there was a place which was divided in kingdoms and kings men. Among these Kingdoms, there was this one particular kingdom which was known by the name ‘Mulwani’ (warrier). The name ‘Mulwani’ was named after their greatest king of their kingdom was … Continue reading She King
Ten Things, Mr. Biswas, the Wedding Planner Do to Organize a Wedding Even Though He Has Never Been Married Himself
By Marzia Rahman * Venue Consultation -if the party is rich and the budget high, 5-star hotel is a better choice. Mr. Biswas knows the manager of the big hotel; he gets discount which he doesn’t discloses to the clients. if the budget is low, Mr. Biswas goes for small community centers. * Vendor Recommendation … Continue reading Ten Things, Mr. Biswas, the Wedding Planner Do to Organize a Wedding Even Though He Has Never Been Married Himself
A Chemise Discovery
By Glen Donaldson Stella Cromwell was a once in a generation housekeeper. The calmness that came with keeping house – from dusting vintage wine bottles down in a cellar to the soft, rhythmic sound of a brush-broom as it swept over wooden floorboards – these were small joys that kept her spirits aloft throughout the … Continue reading A Chemise Discovery
Saved Indeed
By Cory Liebmann Jasper gripped the clipboard and scanned up and down the sidewalk, looking for a soul to save. Why do they send us out so early on the weekend? And in this weather. He exhaled and watched his breath turn to frost. A middle-aged woman exited a small cafe, bundled up so tight that Jasper … Continue reading Saved Indeed
Academy of the Heart And Mind 