Literary-Fiction
This focuses on literary Fiction that surrounds magical realism and subtle exaggerations of reality with an artistic and symbolic slant.
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Love lingers in the heart long after the fire has smoldered. Like hot ash, it can still burn if you get too close. Is it best to keep your distance or rekindle the flame? Explore this in Umme Pritam’s “Whispers” in Seven Arts Magazine.
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A painter stuck in a prison. It’s the consequences of his actions, but also a product of his own creation. Does escape require him to change bide his time?
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In this dark social-thriller, Mariah flees with her sons, including one special-needs boy, in wake of a deadly campaign against the disabled.
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In Pine Ridge, West Virginia, a brother and sister joyfully explore nature while their father reflects on loss and solace. They discuss the concept of God and finding light in darkness after losing their mother. Ultimately, the father conveys that the light begins within them, offering hope and connection amidst grief.
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Elizabeth is an American woman trying to survive with her son, Candor, in a matriarchal system that shuns men. Coping with the loss of her husband, Justin, takes its toll as she tries to protect Candor from the very idealism that brought about her beloved’s death. Tension rises as both struggle to blend in with…
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The GR Junk Journaling Club fosters a sense of community and support in Grand Rapids, MI, through artistic journaling. Emphasizing inclusivity, the club offers workshops and meetings for all, encouraging expression and connection among those feeling marginalized, particularly people of color and the LGBT+ community. Join to create and share experiences.
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The narrator, living above a small art gallery, becomes obsessed with a haunting painting he encounters. This leads to surreal experiences where he confronts the painting’s creator, Vincent, and learns about his tortured past. Ultimately, he receives a magical ring allowing him to revisit the painting’s world, establishing a new connection with Vincent.
