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Rhythms by Lavender

i hate to think about the sound of my own breath the sensation of breathing always seems to startle me i can never seem to hold a rhythm...

My Deepest Grief Made Space for My Greatest Joy by Gabe

**Content Warning: self-harm, suicidal ideation** “The other side of grief is gratitude. The other side of grief is joy. The deeper the...

Naphtalie by Mugabi Byenkya

*Note: 'Naphtalie' was published by the Poetry Platform of African Global Networks and was only available to be read for the month of...

Feature: Writer & Poet Mugabi Byenkya

Mugabi Byenkya is an award-winning writer, poet and occasional rapper. Mugabi was longlisted for the Babishai Niwe Poetry Award in 2015....

Feature: Poet & Musician Velvetwavez

Velvetwavez (born Nyalahrahsja Allen) is a Black queer non-binary artist, spoken word poet, singer and songwriter based in Sacramento,...

Unearthing Identity Through Alter Egos by Velvetwavez

Growing up in a relatively conservative town, queerness and transness were one of many things that was often met with an intolerable...

Feature: Author & Poet Joaquin Capehart

Joaquin Capehart is a native of Queens, NY. Poet and author. He self published his third collection of poetry, What If I Said in June of...

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