Follow along with David Sapp’s journey of rebellion and self-discovery, in his essay exploring family, religion, and finding one’s true path.
In Weather Report by Diane Payne,
a satirical tale unfolds as unexpected global snowfall disrupts norms, blending chaos and wonder amid climate crisis.
Witness the poignant farewell to a grandmother’s home in ‘The Here and Now.’ Explore the impact of memory amid demolition, weaving a tale of legacy and presence.
Audrey Shipp unravels Safiya Sinclair’s ‘How to Say Babylon’—a mesmerizing journey through reggae festivals, family dynamics, and the clash between Rastafari beliefs and colonial traditions. A profound exploration of identity, ...
Dive into the world of ‘Arduous Nights,’ a captivating short story that explores the labyrinth of insomnia and unexpected connections. Follow the protagonist’s predawn escapades, blending solitude with the beauty ...
Embrace the timeless narrative in this evocative essay, ‘Embracing Time,’ as it weaves through the intricacies of seasons, childhood adventures, and personal reflections. Explore a world where seasons defy convention, ...
Explore the captivating dance of nature in this poignant essay.
Dive into the nostalgic tapestry of ‘Fourth Thursday in November,’ an evocative journey through seven decades of Thanksgiving memories. From black-and-white football games to unexpected road trips, this heartfelt narrative ...
“We should stop using the term ‘bullet points.’” Erin Murphy offers life lessons on cherry blossoms, Gwyneth Paltrow, gun violence, and more.
It can often be said that one of the most dangerous characteristics a parent can possess is an unswerving belief in a particular vision for their child’s future.
In ‘Patterns’, a heartfelt narrative unfolds, capturing the tender interplay between a daughter and her ailing mother, where even the simple hospital gown weaves a story of love, loss, and ...
“This is what happens when politicians allow corruption to fester.” In a world of polarizing politics and lies, what will be our legacy?
“In spite of our own resistance, we persist.” A circular story of New York, friendship and community: the things that truly matter.
“Yet it was only a temporary respite he had bought. For when the Nazis pushed eastwards, in Operation Barbarossa, he, along with thousands of others, was tracked down by those ...
I tried to convince myself I wasn’t a total trope—after all, the paradise we visited could be another person’s nightmare. “No Happy Endings” by Jamie Hudalla.
I begin with a story of how I came to discover the work of James Baldwin; I begin with the novel Giovanni’s Room.
Who will write this story? Welcome to history’s horror show—poverty’s shame, locked rooms, lashings? House of Horrors, Home of Light by Maria Terrone
Litro’s Summer Issue ruminates on memory: of past relationships, childhoods, and the C-who-shall-not-be-named pandemic of 2020 to 2022.
“Did I dream this?” Today’s #StorySunday is the feverishly inventive “The Art of Escape” by Harriet Sandilands.
“The beginning had always been the scariest part.” Today’s #StorySunday is “The Road to Canada” by Melissa Brooks.