Deaf Republic, by Ilya Kaminsky, follows the story of a war-ravaged town, where after the tragic shooting of a deaf boy by a soldier in the street, deafness becomes a form of protest.
Tag Archives: Poetry
Not Coming
T.I., an incarcerated poet, brutally writes about one of the many nuanced pains of being behind bars as a young adult. His unique diction makes for a heartbreaking read.
A Woman at Veradero
Madeleine Quirk beautifully captures the essence of a woman in Varadero. Her unique use of imagery creates a reflection that will resonate with you.
Fiction and Poetry Scholarship Contest!
Win a $25,000 scholarship to attend Idyllwild Arts Academy as a Creative Writer, and possible publication in Parallax Online!
Two Poems by Armaan Bamzai
In “Liebchen” and “Noor”, Armaan Bamzai creates lyrical narratives constructed from folk lore and his own personal experience and homeland.
The Sky Apnea Collection
In “The Sky Apnea Collection”, Ariel Serene uniquely paints picturesque scenes of nature. Her surprising terminology creates a masterful description.
Adultolescence: A Money Grab for a Social Media-Crazed Generation
Delany Burk takes a look at Adultolescence, and why the poetry collection isn’t worth picking up.
Baptized in Fire
In “Baptized in Fire” Cole Kissam contemplates the self through religion and music.
Two Poems By Asha Marie
In “Dinner” and “Blue,” Asha Marie uses powerful imagery to explore family and the self.
