Category: Poetry
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“The Question” by J. Lipson
Josh Lipson is a poet, historian, and psychologist, based in New York. His work has been featured in venues including Homonym Journal, Burning House Press, Petrichor, KGB Bar Lit, and The SHARKPACK Annual. His poem “Habana-Om” was nominated in 2019 for Sundress Publications’ “Best of the Net Anthology”.
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Solstice Night (Story by J. Sabatini)
Joshua Sabatini was born in Hartford, Connecticut. In October 2002, he moved to San Francisco, California. He’s currently on retreat in Katama, Massachusetts. His 2023 published writings include “Jack and the Trumpet” in Rock Salt Journal and “The Horseshoe Crab’s Supplication” in Gabby and Min’s Literary Review. In 2024, his poem “Quansoo” was published by…
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More Poetry Written and Performed by M. L. Johnson
Michael Lee Johnson is an internationally published poet in 44 countries, a song lyricist, has several published poetry books and anthologies, and has been nominated for 6 Pushcart Prize awards and 6 Best of the Net nominations. Over 289 YouTube poetry videos as of 04-2023.
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“Consequence of Greed” and Other Poems by M. Farley
Myles Farley, a Chicago poet, reflects on themes of anger, self-awareness, and societal issues in his work. He expresses a transition from writing about personal tragedy and hardship to exploring collective rage rooted in love. His poetry emphasizes the emotional scars of contemporary life while challenging superficial dignity and deeper truths.
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“Aloha Spirit” by M. Mangani
Marisa Mangani’s memoir, Mise en Place: Memoir of a Girl Chef, won the 2023 gold medal for Women’s Biographies by the Global Book Awards, and the 2023 gold for Memoir and Biography by Royal Palm Book Awards. Her essays and fiction have been published in Hippocampus, Literally Stories and others. M. Mangani’s work has been…
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Poetry by C. Gerrior
Christopher Gerrior’s poetry reflects a deep passion and exploration of life’s contrasts. “Actually Happy” highlights the importance of living in the moment amidst challenges, while “Saint George” delves into themes of trauma and addiction, portraying a struggle against inner demons and a quest for rediscovery of magic amidst adversity.
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Taxonomic Vignettes by A. Cohen (Review by P. Deka)
Alan Cohen, a poet and physician, intertwines vibrant life stories and reflections on friendships in his collection “Taxonomic Vignettes.” Through captivating poems, Cohen explores the evolving nature of relationships and the surprises of life. His work, featured in various literary publications, offers immersive storytelling and dry humor, making it a compelling read for poetry enthusiasts.…
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Some Inconvenient Poems (A Review by S. Ayres)
Susan Ayres is a poet, lawyer, and translator. Her work has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize, and has appeared in a wide variety of journals. She holds an MFA in creative writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts, and teaches at Texas A&M University Law School. Her chapbooks are Walk Like the Bird Flies…
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