Poetry takes time and practice. You cannot just suddenly excel at it the first time, so don’t panic if you can’t seem to let it …
Giving In to Moods
I’ll preface this by saying that I am a generally moody person — with quick and unpredictable shifts that catch me by surprise and appear …
The Naked Truth About Suicide
Last night she nearly let go. She wondered what left her holding on. If she left, the lights would still glisten. If she left, the …
Mimic Me
Query: Dear Lara, My name is Mary. I stumbled upon Germ Magazine while checking the reviews and website for All the Bright Places book, and I …
Suicide: Seek Help, Be Help
So many young people are taking their own lives before their life even truly begins. Why is that? Maybe it’s a home situation, maybe it’s …
Untitled by Danielle Taylor
This story is one of the April Writing Challenge entries that was chosen to be a featured story. “What do you think you’re doing?” …
Lessons in Community Service
It is very common for young people to feel like they cannot make a difference in the world. There are always too many problems to …
Dear Me: Do Not Forget to Smile
Dear me, Me, myself — we told you, to never confuse career with a life — an exciting life. Even if you cringe and realize …
Street Lamps by Rachael Costello
Her nails were white, her clothing black. Her heart resembled much of the both of them. Void of life and full with hatred. “I hate …