Black Lives Matter
by Nina Shepherd “Black lives matter,” Well, I have to admit. The first time I heard these words I thought they were silly. I couldn’t believe that after all these … Continue reading
Skin
by Jay Cruz Writer’s Statement: I created this piece when I began to address my dysphoria; it was my way of laying it all out on the table and realize … Continue reading
Bulimia
BY ALYSSA EDWARDS My name is Bulimia. I am your struggle. I will haunt you, eat you alive, Make you suffer. You will be looking in your mirror, Wishing … Continue reading
The Rotational Pull of Gratitude + one more
BY BRYAN MARTINEZ The Rotational Pull of Gratitude Heroes are made from their actions. They don’t need special powers Nor super strength. All they need is the desire … Continue reading
About Me and You
BY CHEYA WASHINGTON The streets were tucked into bed with a blanket of white snow, but that didn’t stop the anxiety from pumping through your veins. You were walking down … Continue reading
Sleeves + Replay + When I Was Younger + Letter to my Future Daughter
BY KIARA CARTER Sleeves They ask quite frequently why I wear my sleeves so long Till the point it can almost touch the tip of my fingers It’s not to … Continue reading
Etymology + If I Were a Compass, I Would Point East + Object Writing
BY NATHAN KIPHART Etymology 1 Inconsistency Let this word settle on your tongue Roll it around in your mouth feel its weight its burden Detect its flavor— bitter Feel it … Continue reading