In her poems, Serena Deng explores the powerful intersection of creation, decline, identity, and becoming through memorable imagery and vivid language.
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when i talk about the moon
In her poem, Henie Zhang uses powerful and beautiful imagery to capture the moon masterfully.
To Linger
Min Lee tugs at your heartstrings in this creative non-fiction piece which takes the reader through the journey of a tiger’s life and death.
declutter.
Grace Hur illustrates the journey towards finding the hidden beauty of emptiness in her powerful and thought-provoking nonfiction piece, “declutter.”
Roots
In her poem, “Roots”, Katherine Mallory uses poignant imagery to explore the family dynamics and personal history.
Piano Player Fingers
In “Piano Player Fingers”, Yong-Yu Huang evocatively captures the dynamics of sibling and family relationships.
Two Poems by Nathan Lee
In these two poems by Nathan Lee, visceral and natural imagery is employed to create an authentic picture of teenage life.
Parallax Fiction and Poetry Scholarship Contest
Win a $25,000 scholarship to attend Idyllwild Arts Academy as a Creative Writing major, and possible publication in Parallax Online!
Two Poems by Vera Caldwell
In “Diagrams of Knots” and “Evening With West Texas and Alzheimer’s”, Vera Caldwell’s experiments with form to create deeply meaningful aspects to poetry.
Composition of Columbus
In her poem, “Composition of Columbus,” Sarah Nachimson creates a sinister quiet presence in small town life, while developing an intense sense of nostalgia and yearning.