Molly Frederick’s most recent poem to appear here was “Detainments” (September 2017) On the Lake By Molly Frederick Lozenges of ice nearly cover the lake. Shining, gleaming—sharp silver-slithered shapes vie with open water so cold and thick it’s almost another form of ice. Gray water slowly laps, before turning brittle. Emerald-headed drakes stand on drifting platforms […]
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Another Gravity
Nate Maxson’s most recent poem to appear here was “Insomnia” (August 2016) Hear Nate Maxson read this poem (link downloads an audio file): “Another Gravity” by Nate Maxson Another Gravity By Nate Maxson There is a black hole in the forest’s very middle We know that But it is not polite to speak of it […]
The VOC of the Trees
Devon Balwit’s most recent poem to appear here was “Fine Line” (February 2017) The VOC of the Trees By Devon Balwit I am the Lorax. I speak for the trees. I speak for the trees for the trees have no tongues. […]
Tribanj
Laura Zucca-Scott’s most recent poem to appear here was “Last Sunset” (July 2017) Tribanj By Laura Zucca-Scott Tribanj had a pirate’s patch on his eye And a matching ring on his tail He was my best friend A boy and a dog We shared secrets We went on adventures When he was still a puppy Tribanj […]
Late Bloomer
William C. Ross’ most recent poem to appear here was “Curtain” (March 2017) Late Bloomer By William C. Ross What’s your story, morning glory? Aren’t we a tad dilatory? The sunflowers flowered with the sun, And you’re still curled at half-past-one. A rose arose with a sweet aroma, And here you are in floral coma. That […]
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