Max WhitefordMode etc. etc. vs. AngerMax Whiteford’s poem illustrates an inability to articulate that accompanies extreme rage, and the frustration that follows.
Jo JacobyCussing Is My Love LanguageJo Jacoby explores the satisfaction that comes from using curse words and how they capture emotions.
Brooke Millerpersephone and the pomegranateBrooke Miller’s poem encapsulates the parallel between the story of Persephone and Hades and a toxic, embittered relationship.
Alexandria AnneIn his, I saw mineAlexandria Anne’s ekphrastic poem based on the painting Fallen Angel explores the raw, human rage found within the depiction of Lucifer.
Ella FerreroTo the Conversation I Overheard – DeKalb Ave., Late August – Walking HomeTaken from the Rib Of a poor man’s Adam I am Pratt Pussy. I am laughing at Pratt Pussy. There is nothing wrong with women I just Want to...
Alexis HowellsSpeak to me/What’s wrong?Alexis Howells expresses the pain and confusion that comes with having a close friend become non-communicative.
Rachel Trappcalifornia treesRachel Trapp reflects on a cherished childhood memory and reminisces on the complexity of life now.
Noa GudelunasRemembering Someone Else’s LifeNoa Gudelunas reflects on what gives her gender euphoria and the distance she feels when looking back on her childhood growing up as a boy.
Alexis HowellsOde to NostalgiaAlexis Howells reflects on the innocent simplicity of childhood, mourning the loss of “simple problems.”