February 18, 2025

On the Edge of a Volcano, a Rip through a Gazan’s Heart

by Diaa Wadi

Should I tell you a secret? I’m afraid of the anguish I hold within me. Do people fear their own anguish?

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October 29, 2024

Flashbang

by Leila Mansouri

The building next door was stripped naked, its shattered windows gaping onto disarranged kitchens and bedrooms. My aunt’s building was leveled entirely. “Pow,” she said, flattening the air between her hands.

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July 3, 2024

New Habits

by Farah Barqawi

I await her daily dispatches so I can edit and publish them. I get this homework done quickly, afraid any tardiness would disappoint the teacher.

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