March 2022 - Culture

Hold On

Holding on isn’t always easy. Life can be full of challenging situations that require us to remain steadfast and strong. Whether it’s a difficult relationship, a difficult job, or a difficult time in life, we have to find a way to hold on. It takes courage, strength and resilience to remain in the midst of […]

Yellow Faces

Yellow faces have been a source of intrigue for many cultures for centuries. From the ancient Egyptians to modern day cinema, yellow faces have been used to convey a range of emotions from joy to sorrow. This color has been used to represent both the sun and the moon, while also being a symbol of […]

Tool: CDLP swim shorts, $159

FEATURES: Call them hams. Call them my milkers. They are thighs, mine, and these names are the blows two boyfriends dealt them. I was, admittedly, ill prepared. Though spoken in the spirit of loving jest, the remarks nevertheless cut me. Let’s agree they cut me. Years on, I still secret my thick, pale burdens beneath […]

Object: Julia Roberts Memorabilia

Characteristics: Utilizing Julia Roberts as the subject matter Incorporating elements from the films Homecoming, Runaway Bride, Erin Brockovich, My Best Friend ‘s Wedding, Notting Hill, and Pretty Woman These items are crafted into the form of pillowcases, blankets, and posters The use of technology has drastically increased in recent years, with its presence in many […]

An Interview with Vi Khi Nao

I encountered Vi Khi Nao’s writing for the first time with her 2016 novel, Fish in Exile, which centers on a marital breakdown following the drowning of a couple’s two children. This story raises the inquiry of “Is it better to be at home in exile or in exile at home?”, investigating how mourning can […]

Michael Shewmaker, the Beach

Michael Shewmaker is no stranger to sandy beaches. Whether lounging on the shore or diving into the waves, he has always had a special connection with the ocean. He finds a certain peace in being surrounded by the ocean’s vastness and the beach’s serenity. Michael’s love for the beach started when he was young and […]

Michael Dumanis Checkpoint

A picture of a sunset over an ocean can be seen, the sky is a mix of pink, orange, and purple tones. The horizon is illuminated by a brilliant glow, and the sea’s surface is reflecting the beautiful light. The process of taking an existing text and altering its structure to produce a new version […]

Rae Armantrout One Thing

Rae Armantrout is one of the most acclaimed and celebrated contemporary American poets. Her work has won numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry, and is associated with a unique style of language that combines sharp wit, philosophical depth, and sophisticated imagery. Her collections of poetry, such as One Thing and Versed, have been […]

Bijan Stephen – Side Quest Issue 139

Here is a selection of some games that have been mentioned: Tale The Leftovers of Edith Finch Disco Elysium: The Game It is possible to avoid plagiarizing by restructuring the original text while still maintaining its core meaning and context. This can be accomplished by altering the order of the words and/or phrases, as well […]

Songs in the Key of Childhood

Quarantine is what the Letter Q Stands For When the daycare of N was closed, I was forced to become a full-time, work-from-home dad, taking charge of the well-being and enrichment of a just-learning-to-walk and babble one-and-a-half-year-old. Who was still oblivious to the existence of viruses, politics, and the idea of time. For N, there […]

I Can’t Wait to Get Started

If I wake up three hours before dawn, I have just enough time to attempt to begin this essay. It is the beginning of a book that I hope will eventually allow me to quit my job and write for pleasure. Until then, I must use the early morning to write at the same table […]

A Microinterview with Gina Apostol

Since the late 1990s, Gina Apostol has consistently crafted metafiction about the impacts of colonialism and dictatorship in the Philippines. Her fourth novel, Insurrecto (2018), exhibited a unique approach that placed translation at the forefront. This book is full of wordplay and puns, just like her debut, Bibliolepsy. The latter earned her a Philippine National […]

Notes in the Margin

“Notes in the margin” is a phrase that conjures up images of teachers adding comments to student essays or readers highlighting passages in a book. It’s a powerful tool that encourages thoughtful engagement with the written word. By taking the time to jot down our thoughts, we can make connections between ideas and draw out […]

Microreviews: March/April 2022

Microreviews March April 2022 is your ultimate guide to the best restaurants, attractions, and activities around the world. Our team of experienced writers have visited and experienced the best of what the world has to offer in the coming months, and have created detailed reviews and recommendations for you to make the most of your […]