Tag: poetry

Oh Look, a Push Cart

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This year we had some hard decisions to make — Pushcart Prize nominations are tough, because we love what we publish here at Storm Cellar. In no particular order:

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Scott Weaver: The Power Goes Out After the Blizzard of 1981

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A poem for we who are a little desolate even with those loved around, as one might be at this festive season of the year — Scott Weaver’s “The Power Goes Out After the Blizzard of 1981.”

Scott Weaver - The Power Goes Out After the Blizzard of 1981 [sample]

This poem originally appeared in Storm Cellar 2.3. Be of good cheer and get yourself a full issue! We’ll gift wrap a subscription, too. Read on!

Sandra Faulkner: Pacifier Ode

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And who does not love a tiny snowsuit? And who cannot hear the tinny shriek of the overburdened mother just trying to grab some pasta at the supermarket? We don’t know. We don’t know. We need saving most days. And here’s a verse for you, babies, Sandra Faulkner’s “Pacifier Ode.”

Sandra Faulkner - Pacifier Ode [sample]

This poem originally appeared in our first “Women” themed issue (SC 2.2). Get in on this goodness with a purchase or download. Give thanks for great lit (and help us print this lovely work): subscribe.

Merry American Thanksgiving, friends. Read on!

 

David Lewitzky: Waltz Notes

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From our antediluvian past (i.e. two years ago) steps the passing fair “Waltz Notes,” sent to us by the kindness of David Lewitzky.*

David Lewitzky - Waltz Notes[sample]

 

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Amy Schmidt: Preparing the Heart

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The most costumed and frightened time of year is upon us, and then what is also known as All-Souls Day. This is “Preparing the Heart” by Amy Schmidt:

Amy Schmidt - Preparing the Heart [sample]

“Preparing the Heart” originally appeared in Storm Cellar 3.2. Support the magazine, support the author: purchase or download. You’ll touch our hearts if you subscribe. Read on!