An Interview with Katie Ford

Highly praised poet Katie Ford corresponds with Managing Editor Nicole Edwards for a memorable organic interview discussing her craft, thematic choices, and the poet’s sentiment on origin and unavoidable disaster. Continue reading →

A Critical Look Into the Progression of History in Gjertud Schnackenberg’s Poetry

Featured Writer Chelsie Meredith provides us with a critical look into the progression between two manuscripts by poet Gjertrud Schanckenberg. Continue reading →

When LESS is Sublimely More: A Review of Author and Artist Ted Washington’s LESS

Ted Washington, poet, actor, traveling spoken word performer, artist and founder of San Diego’s Puna Press, magnifies the term creativity. Through his book LESS, published by Puna Press on their 10th Anniversary, Washington allows his readers to indulge in both his dramatic artwork -intricate black ink stippling- and his succinct, yet powerful poetry. Continue reading →

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The Chapbook: A Brief Collection of Poetry or Prose for the Busy Enthusiast

Read our brief commentary on the history, function and artistic appeal to the chapbook. Continue reading →