Volume 32 Issue 2

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Abstract

This issue of Nebo: A Literary Journal, published in Spring 2019, presents a diverse selection of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction, unified by the theme “Untold Stories.” The issue, archived as Volume 32, Issue 2, corresponds to the print edition labeled Volume 37, Issue 2. 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 Alex Farrier, in their editorial preface, reflects on their personal connection with Nebo, describing how their journey from student contributor to editor shaped their passion for publishing and storytelling. The theme of “Untold Stories” emerged as an effort to highlight unique perspectives and narratives that might otherwise be overlooked.

Key highlights include:

• "Dragonfly" by Eric Howard, a poetic meditation on nature, movement, and the passage of time.

• "Coffee Thoughts" by Shae Woodard, a personal and philosophical reflection on memory, identity, and nostalgia.

• "Vacation in Candyland" by Joel Allegretti, a whimsical and surreal poetic journey through a dreamlike, sugar-filled world.

• "The Mermaid Abandoned in Winter" by Charlotte Mandel, an evocative poem about loss and transformation.

• "Unalive and Living for It" by Ciaran Betcher, a narrative exploring love, grief, and the concept of life after death.

• "Every Tiny Universe" by Matthue Roth, a story that blends science, alchemy, and existential contemplation.

• "A Torch on Andromeda" by Kalina Smith, a speculative fiction piece examining space exploration and human resilience.

• "Casual Sex (In a Motel 6)" by Chad Hall, a raw and introspective look at intimacy, desire, and emotional detachment.

• "A New Kind of Freedom" by Emily Roberts, a reflection on change, independence, and personal reinvention.

• "Memories of Mom" by R.P. Infantino, a touching memoir about family, love, and the passage of time.

• "Kodachrome" by Ellen Brikett Morris, a short story reflecting on nostalgia and memory through the lens of old photographs.

This issue of Nebo stands out for its wide-ranging themes and voices, making it a compelling and thought-provoking literary collection.

Recommended Citation

(2025) "Volume 32 Issue 2," NEBO: A Literary Journal: Vol. 32: Iss. 2, Article 1.
Available at: https://orc.library.atu.edu/nebo/vol32/iss2/1