
Beauty Beheld
BY ZARIAH L. BANKS
We stepped into the large studio adorned with shiny hardwood floors, bright studio lights, and framed photos of salsa dancers—or at least convincing models …

We Are Dead Butterflies
BY OJI CHIDERA DICKSON
Your heart fled into your stomach as you listened to him justifying his actions. At some point, you knew he was making sense, but then you thought about the doubts …

Remembering My Promise
BY ILYSSA JOHNSTON
I“Kordelia! Kordelia!” I screamed out my car window. I am searching for my daughter, but she is nowhere to be found. My mind is racing as I start to feel a burning sensation …