0 (0) My son is almost twelve, And he can pick up a textbook To plot his course and destiny. For a model, he had Malala Yousafzai, Who taught him the value  Of education and resistance.  His life will be so easy Compared to children Living near Azadi Square, Growing up with fire raining  From the drones’ constant roar; Children—generations—in the Niger Delta, Who live and ...

Just in TimeA Late Night Bite Braver than Most The Calm Dreams and Memories Meetings Introductions Dinner for Two An Interview Quieter Moments Competition Jealousy 5 (1) The line for the Shake Shack spilled out the door onto Newbury Street. Elizabeth begged Jules to grab something elsewhere. But Jules craved a burger, and Elizabeth couldn’t ...

5 (1) Change is inevitable. One day, I’m bubbly and carefree, The next, I’m calm and calculated. Did I lose my vibes from aging? Are the fine lines around my eyes Proof of new responsibilities? No! They are testimonies of progress made, And of a life well lived- but it is far from over. Editor: ...

5 (1) The dawn of the millennium in 2000 quietly expanded our family’s entertainment. Our parents bought a computer for us to share. I remember the excitement as we sat in our dining room, staring at the large white box, waiting for it to be set up. Before this, I’d only used them at school ...

Neptune's FortuneNeptune’s Fortune: Part 1 5 (1) A hundred more feet, Vesta thought to herself, hidden among the shadows. Her hood covered her face as she dodged the moonlight. Her chest heaved with worry, and her muscles tensed to focus on every step. Carefully, she avoided the squeaks of scattering rats, interrupted in their search ...