Issue II: hermes (the kaleidoscope) Below are words, phrases, paintings and photographs which might help inspire written, artistic and photographic responses to Issue II’s theme. Please remember, work written in response to these prompts must be submitted following our guidelines which are linked here. Any work we are tagged in is not considered for publication … Continue reading Issue II: prompts/ideas
Author: Kristiana
Kristiana Reed is a writer and an English teacher living in the UK. She is the creator of My Screaming Twenties, sole Editor of Free Verse Revolution: a literary magazine, and a freelance editor/proofreader. Reed has released two poetry collections: Between the Trees and Flowers on the Wall. She is a passionate advocate for mental health; especially depression and anxiety in young people and how mental illness is stigmatised in society. When she isn’t teaching, writing or editing, you will find her reading, daydreaming, soaking up any tiny ray of British sun and cooing incessantly at her cat.
Issue II announcement
Issue II: hermes (the kaleidoscope) In the Olympian Pantheon, Hermes is perhaps one of the most multi-faceted gods. He has been linked to guiding those of have died into the underworld, he is the messenger god, he is linked to trickery, mischief and theft, as well as being the god of shepherds and boundaries. And … Continue reading Issue II announcement
Have you read Issue I?
We've had excellent feedback in response to Issue I so if you haven't yet downloaded your free copy, we encourage you do! Thank you for all the support, kind words and the donations which were made when downloading copies of the issue. Download here Donate, if you wish The theme announcement for Issue II will … Continue reading Have you read Issue I?
Midsummer Madness – Lynn White
Written in response to our prompt ‘obscure illusions’. We will be sharing a piece by someone in our community each day this week in the lead up to our Issue II announcement next week. Midsummer Madness by Lynn White I saw a rabbit in the clouds it was eating something, but what was it? Didn’t … Continue reading Midsummer Madness – Lynn White
where crows go to bury their dead – mb
Written in response to our prompt ‘obscure illusions’. We will be sharing a piece by someone in our community each day this week in the lead up to our Issue II announcement next week. where crows go to bury their dead by mb a tight jawed loon that’s what i’ll be silently i will slink … Continue reading where crows go to bury their dead – mb
Paradise Regained – Prethinkblog
Written in response to our prompt 'devilment'. We will be sharing a piece by someone in our community each day this week in the lead up to our Issue II announcement next week. Paradise Regained by Prethinkblog Cormorants sit like Satan, on top of the knowledge tree, like unholy fruit standing, where the light should … Continue reading Paradise Regained – Prethinkblog
Gods in Love – Mini Babu
Written in response to our prompt 'devilment'. We will be sharing a piece by someone in our community each day this week in the lead up to our Issue II announcement next week. Gods in Love by Mini Babu In my portion of the universe, young females are forbidden to step out of homes while … Continue reading Gods in Love – Mini Babu
Where are you going? – Liyona
Written in response to our prompt 'crossing the river Styx'. We will be sharing a piece by someone in our community each day this week in the lead up to our Issue II announcement next week. Where are you going? by Liyona Where are you going? . Rippling waves Lap against The worn and Creaking … Continue reading Where are you going? – Liyona
Waking on the River Styx – L. Stevens
Written in response to our prompt 'crossing the river Styx'. We will be sharing a piece by someone in our community each day this week in the lead up to our Issue II announcement next week. Waking on the River Styx by L. Stevens flat on my back, my eyes open to darkness, I sit … Continue reading Waking on the River Styx – L. Stevens
Prompt Challenge #3
In the lead up to the announcement of Issue II, we will be releasing three prompts this week. These prompts hint slightly at the overarching theme of Issue II. Post your response in the comments below so we can reblog our favourites next week. Happy writing!
