Fiction

A Short Walk from the Congo River

Elizabeth made love to Nganga that night as if he were a beautiful black jaguar she’d decided to ride. She wrapped her thighs around him, letting his heat warm her. From Nganga, Elizabeth pulled power and energy into her calves and up to her... more »

(de)Classified

Village 7 and Rustica

The nomad with the basket of fresh hams came to pay his taxes at the kiosk. The liar behind the counter took his twelve ducats and let him through to the marketplace. The dolers (as in “they were dolers of fruit”) were shuttling little relics... more »

Criticism

Howl's Muzzle

It has been fifty years since Allen Ginsberg published his poem “Howl.” Though the poem has been discounted by many critics, it remains famous for launching Ginsberg’s career and as an emblem of rebellion for those who are able to reminisce... more »

Short Short

Bluebeard's Bathroom

Come on out, now, and let’s talk about this rationally. I know I frightened you. I’m sorry. If you would just open the door and let me explain. Well, in all fairness, I did ask you not to look in… more »

Poetry

3 Poems

Line gone dead Sat in a corner the day after it went dead. That phone belonged in a museum I... more »

Longer Poetry

Transition Time

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Featured Artwork

3 Pieces