Sandra Forte-Nickenig’s most recent poem to appear here was Peaceably (April 2012). JoinedBy Sandra Forte-NickenigThey arrive  safely bound     separate  yet as closeas raindrops     mother and      father now        bound for the          ocean edge         the children      slowly reach  […]

William C Ross’ most recent poem to appear here was Another View (April 2012). Impractical BeautyBy William C RossOn rare days in spring and fall,when he was working in the fields,she stole an hour awayfrom the washboard and churn,and planted bulbs and seedsin the unpromising ground. Nothing would come of the effortthat could be eaten or sold,nothing […]

Shelby “Mahogany” Wilson has been in Alaska for more than 20 years. She is the vice president of Black Feather POETS (blackfeatherpoets.org), a nonprofit organization built on bringing cultures together through the arts. As a performance poet, motivational speaker, and writer, Shelby has facilitated poetry and women’s empowerment workshops for more than 4 years. She […]

Daniel Wilcox’ most recent poem to appear here was The Canine Trail Memorial (July 2010). Clammy ChopsBy Daniel WilcoxI scooped in one huge mouthful of savory chowderSwimming with succulent salmon reconnoiteringWild from Alaska–my taste buds buzzed into singing,But the stupid phone in the kitchen rang, yanking me. I dropped my creamy spoon and rushed through the open […]

Carly Gove’s most recent poem to appear here was Love Note (March 2012). Brilliant Blue SkyBy Carly GoveSunlight streams through the window,Falling pale yellow on theCoolLinoleum floor.Air buzzes with conversationBrisk teachers addressing surly students,Vapid, giggling girls doing their damnedestTo remain so.The sky is brilliant blue (the tired old adage),Blemished not by cloud,Blessed not by bee,Nor bird, nor […]