I Am Poetry
I can imagine myself as anyone or anything embracing weeds as well as peonies,
letting them simmer with contemplation
Calls from Behind a Door
Ignore my calls to stay hidden. Drag me out from behind this cobweb-scribbled door. I’ll pretend to be surprised when you scream in elation, when you hold your trophy close to your heart. Find me.
Lost For Words
should speak to you my long lost love
Prized Myths and Fairy Tales of the MockingOwl Roost
Welcome to the first prize winners issue of the MockingOwl Roost – the Prized Myths and Fairy Tales of the MockingOwl Roost. This beautiful collection of fairy tale and mythology-based flash fiction, micro-essays, and haiku/tanka sequence pieces come from authors around the world.
Borderline (Shepley Woods)
In the woods we are borders of our own creation, a witness to a different scene translations from black to white…
Quarterly & Special Issues
Submissions next open from June 1 to August 31 2024
June 11, 2021
Looking for a fun crime caper in the bent of the Florida capers? Check out our review on Sealfinger, a twist on the genre, set in the UK.
June 10, 2021
Putting some positivity into the world can be as simple as giving a pony bead bracelet or buying someone's coffee for them.
June 10, 2021
Even as paid creatives, working in writing, artwork, and more all the time, we need creative outlets - things that won't be monetized.
June 8, 2021
When I began watching the movie, I realized how much of a contrasting concept the story contained. It isn't just about cowboys riding horses within city limits, it’s about a community of Black cowboys living life, with cowboy rules and ways that built character and family with one another.
June 6, 2021
June 5, 2021
June 4, 2021
Troy Cady shares how play and ministry work together in this second interview with JP DeNeui.
June 2, 2021
June 1, 2021
We all need flexibility, strength, and movement for our health. But sometimes creatives need something a little different.
May 30, 2021
Roundup of the 10 best sci-fi novels from 1819 to 1990.
May 29, 2021
May 27, 2021
Sometimes you get stumped while writing fiction. Try this writing prompt for general fiction on for size.
May 25, 2021
Sometimes we need encouragement to become who we are deep inside - and sometimes that encouragement comes via Zoom.
May 24, 2021
May 22, 2021
May 22, 2021
A delightful activity book and educational read on the parks of L.A., California.
May 16, 2021
Below is an example of some writing prompts you can use to get those writing skills going! Remember, you don't have to do it exactly the same, you can adjust it to age level and ability. Just have fun!
May 12, 2021
These unpleasant changes in life can be met with positive changes - and music is one of mine.
May 9, 2021
Our roundup of the best cozy TV mystery shows from the UK, Australia, and North America.
May 7, 2021
A few key travel tips for your dream trip to Cuba - from someone who's been there.