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The Different Types of Unreliable Narrators
Truth is slippery. One thing we can be sure of is that when someone tells us a story, we are not dealing with reality itself. It doesn’t mean we are dealing with a lie. It just means that, at that moment, we are being given access to their version of reality, which is a completely…
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Interviewing Alex, Author of ‘Self Portrait’ for the 2024 Winter Issue
“Trans people are important and trans stories and lives matter.” Alex Noah is a queer trans writer. He spends way too much time sitting with his cats and partner watching teen dramas. You can find them shouting into the void on his Instagram @inmytimeaway. Moara Flausino INTERVIEWER Moara is a journalism student from Brazil with…
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The Resurgence of Book Bans: What History Tells Us About Censorship and Free Speech
Book bans have been a recurring phenomenon throughout history, often reflecting societal anxieties, political struggles, and cultural shifts. In recent years, the resurgence of book bans, particularly in schools and public libraries, has reignited debates over censorship, intellectual freedom, and the role of literature in shaping public discourse. Understanding the historical context of book bans…
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Video games CAN be Art: a medium where art can flourish
The discussion surrounding video games as a form of art is ongoing, with many arguing for the validity of this connection. Gamers and advocates for the medium strive to defend the idea that video games can be considered art against the skepticism of traditional art connoisseurs. To cite Roger Ebert’s claims: “No one in or…
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The Decline of Literary Magazines and Small Presses: Rescuing the Heart of Independent Literature
In an era dominated by digital content and rapid consumption, literary magazines and small presses—once the beating heart of independent literature—are facing unprecedented challenges. These niche publications have long been the breeding ground for emerging voices and experimental writing, but today they operate on shoestring budgets and struggle to capture dwindling audiences. This article examines…
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Why People Romanticize ‘Vintage’ Art Styles
Vintage art styles never truly fade—they always resurface in different forms, reinterpreted by new generations. From the tinted photographs of 1920s, grainy film aesthetics of the 60s to the youthful 90s Y2K style, it seems as if vintage trends remain timeless and people continue to be fascinated by them. But why are we so drawn…
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The Future of Libraries in the Digital Age: Evolution or Extinction?
Photo by Leif Niemczik on Unsplash Libraries have long been the heart of literary culture—places where knowledge is preserved, stories are shared, and communities come together. However, in the digital age, where ebooks, audiobooks, and online resources dominate, traditional libraries face unprecedented challenges. As funding dwindles and physical book circulation declines, many ask: Are libraries…
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Am I Writing to Find Myself or to Prove I Exist?
What does it mean to write? As a poet, a writer, a student, a woman — well, honestly, I don’t know. I simply and physically cannot answer that question. Writing to me feels like the one thing I can never quite own, constantly slipping through my fingers like the sticky slime I used to construct…
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