By Nancy Machlis Rechtman Zoe parked near the back door of the thrift shop. The key felt like a burning coal against her chest, but she had made a promise. Her roommate Jenna had left it for her, pleading with her to run over to the store and grab the bag she had left in … Continue reading Pink Skates and Flashing Signs
Passing Through
By Reeve Chudd The dining room was filled with the familiar scents of roast turkey and Mrs. Carter’s heavy perfume as Blanche sat down for her monthly dinner at her parents’ home. The oversized chandelier bathed the dining room in almost blinding light, and the black marble inserts in the redwood dining table shimmered with … Continue reading Passing Through
The Grandparents
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 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
Academy of the Heart And Mind 