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Complementary Readings

Jakyra Green, author of the poem “Dear Brother” from Volume 66, issue 4, chose to read and briefly discuss Carl Brandon Moore (who goes by Taqwaa)‘s poem, “Thank You, Whoever You Are,” as part of our new interview series. Upon hearing about this, Taqwaa was overjoyed to read and discuss Green’s poem . . .

Sometimes My Lies Are True

As part of our new interview series, Benjamin Frandsen has written the following creative nonfiction piece on the craft of his published essay, “Some Mother’s Darling” (Volume 66, issue 4). Nonfiction can accurately depict a world surrounding you with lies. Fiction may be skillfully woven together with unbreakable strands of truth. But . . .

Fireside Beers

              Where there’s ice, it’s cool for two.              For two: so I let you come.              A breath as of fire was around you— —Paul Celan When it’s cold, find some warmth by the fire.Pour . . .

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