Category: Nonfiction
Sculpted by the Algorithm
Were we ever that solid to begin with—or are we just shadows flickering in the algorithm’s endless loop?
Why Write?
Blue Memories – Josue Aparicio Castillo Bryce Augusti You have only yourself to blame—I wasn’t the one who began reading this with hopes I might be motivated—that I might know why I write, who I write for, or why this horrific gift has cursed… Continue Reading “Why Write?”
The Secret
Thunder – Henry Zhang Jaden Colson I have always heard talk about the popular heirloom that has been passed down in my family. But I have never seen it in my life. All of my Aunts and Uncles and even some of my older… Continue Reading “The Secret”
If the World was Going to End in Three Days
Dawns – Chloe Fox Catie Chua If the world was going to end in three days, then my nerves would swallow me. I would wander my house feverishly, and stop at the pantry, knowing most of the food inside would not be eaten in… Continue Reading “If the World was Going to End in Three Days”
Crazy Vegans Struggle Up the Moral Food Chain
Reflection – Carys Thomas Hope Hauck Avocado toast, tofu sandwiches, and raw vegetables–in other words, the food of devout, violent, devil worshippers (at least according to some). Recent studies show that many Americans equate veganism and refraining from consuming animal products with metaphorical sacrilege.… Continue Reading “Crazy Vegans Struggle Up the Moral Food Chain”
Reaching the Summit
Dare to Soar – Henry Zhang Randi Ogan The wind whipped at my face as I sped down the mountain, trying my best to keep up with Caty. Nate and I had far less experience skiing than Caty, seeing that she grew up in… Continue Reading “Reaching the Summit”
Colors of Life
Light as a Feather – Sierra Kish Sierra Kish Colors of Life — Blue — “Beep, Beep, Beep,” my alarm sounds, bright and early at 4:30 am. As I slip on my clothes for the day, I hear my mom yell from downstairs, “Liam,… Continue Reading “Colors of Life”
The Tragic Battle of Pinwheel
Ahead – Carys Thomas Sasha Olander “Sasha! Sasha, listen,” I heard through the thick fog in my head. “Is she always this disrespectful?” I listened as my camp counselor accused me of being an impolite and belligerent kid. I continued walking. I wasn’t aware… Continue Reading “The Tragic Battle of Pinwheel”
Grandma’s Pickleball: The “Old Person Sport”
Bond – Damien Luciano Andy Vitello Grandma’s Pickleball: The “Old Person Sport” The fastest-growing sport in the United States isn’t hockey, baseball, or even football; it’s pickleball (“SFIA Topline Report”). I’ve played tennis since four years old, so naturally this ping-pong-tennis hybrid intrigued me.… Continue Reading “Grandma’s Pickleball: The “Old Person Sport””