By Peace Nkeiruka Maduako It began to rain. The cold rain water dripped onto our heads from the leaves of the mango tree we sat under. As we gathered around for warmth, all we could hear in the surrounding bushes was the sound of the heavy rain splattering in the puddles collecting allover the place. … Continue reading The Chase
The Trial of King Bela
By Mark Kodama I. When King Bela of Hungary marched his army to the Sajo River on April 10, 1241, he knew the Mongols were near. He knew the Mongols were not warriors with whom to be trifled. He could be bear being called a coward; but he did not want to be … Continue reading The Trial of King Bela
The Battle of Acre
By Mark Kodama Madam Eglantyne, the Believer The Knights of Acre He was not afraid to die for Christ. At long last, crashed rather than conquered by spears, stones and lances, he sank to the ground and joyfully passed to heaven with the martyr’s crown, triumphant. It was indeed a gentle death with … Continue reading The Battle of Acre
“Rooves of Dreams”
By Ahmad Al-Khatat The rooves of memories are dusty as much as the rooves of my dreams even when my heart beats like a wild animal and never dies in my mind My mother’s first cookie tasted of strong grief, since then I understood the reasons why my baby was endlessly crying as he … Continue reading “Rooves of Dreams”
Sea-Monkeys
By Glen Armstrong I'm afraid of poetry. Who’s to say that those interesting. Young people at the podium. Won’t summon a demon. Or make the whole room fall. In love. I have boots to reheel. And no time to feel weird. About daffodils and wars. That my grandparents fought. Words ought to inspire … Continue reading Sea-Monkeys
Academy of the Heart And Mind 