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«My Heart Grieves» by Smitha Vishwanath
My Heart Grieves They say you’re in a better place;I know it’s true.They say you did not suffer;I know it’s true.They say it was as you wishedI know it’s trueBut my heart grieves not anymore for you. It grieves …
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Obsolescence by Suzanne S. Austin-Hill
As one, we matured hoary hairs, crowns of glory; crestfallen lament, longevity apparent a story told by each strand. We were like champagne or a perfect wine; flat or past its prime, we, discards like an old shoe, fashion of no value. Dimmed by cataracts – vibrant, compassionate world; mobility…
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5 Poems by Carl Bernard Schwartz
WARNING Definition ofdrug underdose, not enoughpure, dark, chocolate ~~ WRONG PLACE, WRONG TIME Hopes and dreamsI climbed those stairsthen every last pennywent for dental repairs Followed all the ruleskept my nose cleanyet nobody knowsthe problems I’ve seen ~~ NOTHING STANDS IN THEIR WAY Many of us have been on one…
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HOLDING HIS NAME by Margaret Watson
It feels softer now, yet its depth never alters. Any cuts sustained from cliff edges no longer matter. The passing of years has never changed the vista. The leaves may have fallen on many autumns, still, I will not let go. And yet, it does feel softer since I loosened…
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Julius Caesar and the Caesarean section by Luisa Zambrotta
Julius Caesar was born on 13 July 100 BC and died on the Ides of March (15 March) of 44 BC.He was a Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the events that led to the end of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman…
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Chitchat by Channie Greenberg
Most inconsequential conversations resolve smidgins, only entertain. Sure, we could associate by gabbing with strangers. Withal, slapdash Talk’s a poor alternative to true human connections. To build authentic relationships, not links involving simps, besides Utopists, we oughtn’t cavil when partners’ values differ from ours; Prevaricating folks remain unreliable. Gentle, pleasing,…
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HOLDING HIS NAME by Margaret Watson
It feels softer now, yet its depth never alters. Any cuts sustained from cliff edges no longer matter. The passing of years has never changed the vista. The leaves may have fallen on many autumns, still, I will not let go. And yet, it does feel softer since I loosened…
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Palter by Channie Greenberg
Even when wrapped in languorous bliss, mumbling indistinctly Causes listeners to pause in assessment making, to ponder sensibility. When tired, otherwise inactive, equivocating benefits no amount Of analysis. Elucidation needs to foil ambiguity, clichés, & vagueness. Words evasive about sophisticated/erudite, or cobby/stocky ideas, That beat about the bush, quibble,…
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“The Time Keeper” by Alice Baburek
The old man leaned on the scratched wooden desk. His weary eyes adjusted to the dim light. Several intricate pieces were spread across the table top next to the broken watch. This one was a bit difficult. Not because of what needed to be fixed, but because he had to…
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Featuring «Shadow Cat» by Sterling Warner
Originally published in 2008, ShadowCat offers a vivid collection of poetry and verse that comments on contemporary culture as well as reflects on the tragedies and triumphs of people, places, and events during the past fifty years. Only Available on Amazon in Paperback Author Biography Author of fiction, non-fiction, and…
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5 Poems by Mykyta Ryzhykh
in the world this winter has brought nothing but snowand old bones under eternal now GOD IS YESTERDAY’S ANT SUICIDE aluminum birds are indignantmilk cast iron birds are indignantbelts birds are indignant returning after winter hometo the cemetery what awaits the stone after silencewhy does the stone expect something after…
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Featuring THE NARROW PATH SERIES by Mark Tungesvik
Author’s Description The Narrow Path series is a fantasy adventure featuring a 16th century widower, driven near madness through grief, and three adopted children who embark on a quest to rid the world of an evil that has been growing for several thousand years. On one level, we will be…
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Featuring «Edges» by Sterling Warner
From poems «on the edge» to verse that takes another look at folkways, mores, traditions, and youth, EDGES explores boundaries and reimagines realities. Available at Maple Presshttps://bookscouter.com/book/9781938232039-edges-poems-by-sterling-warner?type=sell Also Available on Amazon in Paperback Author Biography Author of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, Sterling Warner has several publications. His recent ones include:…
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Chapter 1 of “Bruised but unbroken” by Alissa Brown
Content Warning: Violence The beginning of a nightmare The pain is unbearable. I can’t breathe. I feel like someone is sitting on me and trying to suffocate me. Well, I’m not that far away from the truth. The thing is, it’s pitch dark, and even if I try to keep…
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“The Vorg” by Bill Tope and Doug Hawley
Sally was standing at the kitchen window over the sink one night, peering into the darkness, when the saucer landed in her backyard. Instantly, her eyes opened wide, and she shouted, “Duke, come in here. ET has landed!” Her husband of 40+ years tumbled out of his recliner in the…
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