I Read Three of Bookstagram’s Most Popular Books – Are they Worth the Hype?

By: Julia Gordon I confess to making a mistake I daresay many have already made; I listened to social media. After being on hold at the public library for literally months, I finally got the chance to read some of the acclaimed series prominently featured on my Instagram feed. I’m not too proud to admit … More I Read Three of Bookstagram’s Most Popular Books – Are they Worth the Hype?

2023 POETRY CONTEST WINNER: Wine/Anesthesia by Avril Sacramento

Part 1: WineWine, the bitter elixir of the broken-hearted.A tale of two souls, torn apart, and tormented.They find one another, thinking love could ease their pain.But lack thereof for thyself is a burden to remain.Confined by the mutual belief that with emptiness,they could fill.Reality taught them still;No one could save them, but themselves. Part 2: … More 2023 POETRY CONTEST WINNER: Wine/Anesthesia by Avril Sacramento

POETRY CONTEST SPECIAL MENTION: Autumn Leaves by Dilay Dere

I want to fall peacefully Like the beautiful leaves in autumn Gracefully touching the land that we call home I want to feel the breeze Trickling around my body As I walk with the gorgeous sunrise in the morning. It’s amazing what nature does to you really As the sun gives you warmth and happiness … More POETRY CONTEST SPECIAL MENTION: Autumn Leaves by Dilay Dere

POETRY CONTEST SPECIAL MENTION: Ode to Winter by Raj Uxa

The season of fall ends revitalisation. A role of change to a strong vocation. As the crops go to bed and the leaves are widespread, The sweet, serene sunlight disappears overhead. The temperate winds protrude to the north, The inclement climate concludes to go forth. Great beasts of the north endure hibernation, Fair fledgelings and … More POETRY CONTEST SPECIAL MENTION: Ode to Winter by Raj Uxa

POETRY CONTEST SPECIAL MENTION: Tangent: Comeback Time by Junting Wu

Parted Beijing to this city, reading English with a frown on Started off by swimming seas of toddler’s books, that’s where I drowned on Reading Dr. Seuss, from Wimpy Kid to Nancy Drew and now I’m Reading ’bout a thane in Scotland kill his king to put a crown on Wasn’t gonna stay in ESL … More POETRY CONTEST SPECIAL MENTION: Tangent: Comeback Time by Junting Wu

Chamber Night

By: Tatiana C. On October 16th, the day of the Chamber Night began as the last few parents trickled into the auditorium, taking their seats. As Mrs. Simas stepped onto the stage to open the show with a little speech, the crowd burst into applause. You can feel pride and joy in the air as … More Chamber Night