Volume 16 Issue 1

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Abstract

This issue of Nebo: A Literary Journal, published in Fall 2001, marks a new creative direction, featuring works inspired by New Beat writing, a movement that draws influence from the Beat Generation while incorporating modern literary innovation. Originally archived as Volume 16, Issue 1, the print edition only notes Fall 2001 as its publication date. Due to necessary metadata adjustments in the digital archiving process, some volume and issue numbers in the online collection may not match those printed in the original journals.

The New Beat concept, as introduced by editor Jack Malone, is explored through works that emphasize raw emotion, cultural critique, and personal expression. Highlights of this issue include "The End" by George Koschei, a gritty and unfiltered narrative of survival and self-discovery, and "The Psalmist, After Johnny Cash’s 'Oh Bury Me Not.'" by Virgil Suárez, a poetic meditation on history, loss, and American music. "Southern Holiday" by Mark SaFranko blends literary fiction with themes of freedom, self-exploration, and transience, while "Open Mike" by Paul Sohar captures the pulse of spoken-word culture.

This issue also introduces poetry and prose exploring modern disillusionment, including "Hummingbird in Zero Gravity" by James Cervantes, a reflection on artistic perseverance, and "Credo (for Charles Bukowski)" by Herb Kitson, a raw and unapologetic homage to countercultural literature.

Recommended Citation

(2025) "Volume 16 Issue 1," NEBO: A Literary Journal: Vol. 16: Iss. 1, Article 1.
Available at: https://orc.library.atu.edu/nebo/vol16/iss1/1