Volume 29 Issue 2

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Abstract

This issue of Nebo: A Literary Journal, published in Fall 2015, presents a rich tapestry of poetry and fiction, reflecting on themes of identity, human experience, and artistic expression. The issue, archived as Volume 29, Issue 2, corresponds to the print edition labeled Volume 34, Issue 1. 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.

Editor Ryan Smith, in his editorial preface, describes his experience as a fledgling academic and writer, balancing the creative and the critical. He reflects on the importance of modern literary journals in capturing the ethos of contemporary life while acknowledging the influence of pre-internet and social media literature. His words set the stage for a carefully curated collection of prose and poetry that explores the nuanced relationships between art, literature, and the human condition.

Key highlights include:

• "In Regards to Orion" by Dave Hogsett, a poetic meditation on celestial wonder and introspection.

• "Crazy Quilt" by Hannah Jane Weber, a poem exploring nature, memory, and transformation.

• "The Pioneers" by S. Baer Lederman, a narrative that blends sci-fi elements with family history and exploration.

• "Refugees" by John Grey, a powerful poem reflecting on displacement, war, and resilience.

• "Pawley’s Island as a Portrait of My Mother’s Dying" by Jonathan Travelstead, a moving meditation on grief and the passage of time.

• "Black Stone over White Stone" by Katerina Stoykova-Klemer, a poem inspired by the works of César Vallejo, examining memory and loss.

• "Family Tradition" by Vaibhav Saini, a personal narrative exploring cultural identity, migration, and familial expectations.

• "Message Center" by Ron Burch, a story about love, distance, and the challenges of connection.

This issue of Nebo continues the journal’s tradition of publishing diverse voices and innovative storytelling, highlighting both emerging and established writers.

Recommended Citation

(2025) "Volume 29 Issue 2," NEBO: A Literary Journal: Vol. 29: Iss. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://orc.library.atu.edu/nebo/vol29/iss2/1