About this piece: As a teenager, Prithiva suffered abuse in her first relationship. After 5 years that relationship ended. This is a letter back to her …
I’m the girl with smokey lips by Nicole Deardorff
Smoking and kissing are two things I don’t take lightly I kiss hard, hazardously I kiss attacks, bruise, draw blood I kiss making sure you …
A Million Fragments of Feathers by Georgia Stuart-Mills
“A Million Fragments of Feathers” is one of the March Writing Challenge entries that was chosen to be a featured story. The dandelions come …
Dear Past Me: Remember to Take Chances
Dear Past Me, For you, everything is beginning. You are 14, you don’t know anyone. Your sister still lives at home, and you are …
Life Is Good by Carol McGill
. “You know something, actually? I don’t think I’ve ever seen you dance.” The kettle clicked off and Sadie poured the coffee. She raised an …
Shadow by April Howard
“Shadow” is one of the March Writing Challenge entries that was chosen to be a featured story. I’ll tell you about the first time …
Youth’s Eulogy by Isabella Lewis
These days feel as if they are always. Since that year, I feel I have seen everything As if through the diligent eyes of God, …
Review: Asking For It by Louise O’Neill
About a year ago, I discovered the author Louise O’Neill. Her books have become some of my favourites, and I’d like to share why — …
March Writing Challenge: Honorable Mentions — Alicia Arellano, Marissa Arellano, and Akshi Ranka
These entries from March’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the comments …