“No” is a very powerful word when it comes to your relationships with others — and with yourself. While the word “no” might trigger thoughts …
Hidden Nest by Julia Dobel
Secrets— tiny eggs we harbor like illegal fugitives in the nests behind our rib cages. They hatch, rattle the bars, demand to come out, breathe …
The Specimen by Laila Ismail
“The Specimen” is one of the September Writing Challenge entries that was chosen to be a featured story. A long time ago in a …
Kirkintilloch: A Ghost Town Filled with Life
You probably haven’t heard of Kirkintilloch before, and that’s okay. A small town on the outskirts of Glasgow, its most notable features are charity shops …
Learning to Love Myself in 206 Languages by Nicole Deardorff
There are days when I still feel like misplaced bones when I stand in front of the mirror wanting to see all angles and hollows …
Art Collages by Dani Steinberg
The media used in these collages came from old magazines that I had finished reading and didn’t know what to do with. I usually find …
September Writing Challenge: Honorable Mentions — Sofia Aguilar, Alyssa Jett Chaney, Olivia, and Katie Tegenkamp
These entries from September’s challenge were selected as Honorable Mentions. Those who completed this challenge are now encouraged to share their stories in the comments …
The Top 10 Ways to Cultivate Self-Respect
Loving yourself is an essential element for living a present life, and self-respect is a vital aspect of self-love. The more you respect yourself, the …
How to Spot a Monster by Daniel Riddle Rodriguez
1. This is how he breaks you down: He assures you every woman has thought about it at least once, like suicide and same-sex sex. …