Editorial December, 2024

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As the guest editor for this issue of Prachya Review, I am honored to present a vibrant tapestry of poetry, fiction, and artwork. Reviewing the submissions was both a privilege and a challenge, as each piece offered a unique voice, perspective, and artistic sensibility.

The poetry in this issue ranges from the intimate to the universal, exploring themes that resonate deeply with the human condition. Each poem invites readers into a space of reflection, evoking emotions that linger long after the last line.

The fiction contributions are equally compelling, showcasing narratives that challenge, surprise, and move us. From evocative short stories to imaginative prose, these pieces reveal the power of storytelling to connect us across boundaries of culture and experience.

The artwork interwoven throughout this issue serves as a visual counterpart to the written word, offering a fresh lens through which to experience creativity. The artists’ works bring new dimensions to the themes explored in the texts, creating a harmonious dialogue between mediums.

As an editor, I was struck by the courage and vulnerability of the contributors who shared their work. It takes bravery to offer one’s art to the world, and the strength of these voices reminds us why literature and art matter so profoundly.

I extend my gratitude to the Prachya Review team for their trust and support and to the readers who make this endeavor meaningful. May this issue inspire, provoke, and delight you as much as it has me.

Happy reading!

Carl Scharwath

Contents:

Poem by Duane Vorhees

Poem by Shirley Smothers

Poems by Heymy Patino Martinez

Poems by Marieta Maglas

Poems by Irma Kurti

Poem by Anila Bukhari

Poems by Maria Evelyn Quilla Soleta

Poetry and Art by Pallavi Jain

Poetry & Art by JC Williams Cassia Williams Rogers

Poem by Mahzuna Habibova Aʼzam

Poem by Joan McNerney

Poem by Herb Kitson

Poem by Dennis Williams

Poems by Stephen Mead

Poem by Shodiyeva Mehribon Amin

Collab of flash fiction, poem and artwork by David B Axelrod

Collab by Mike Turner & Melinda Hicks

Story by Simon A Smith

Story by Kevin B

Flash Fiction by Steve Saulsbury

Story by Lobar Rustamova

Photo essays, Prose & Poem by Brian Michael Barbeito

Artworks by Biagio Fortini

Artworks by Katie Hughbanks

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Editorial April, 2024

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As Prachya Review embraces the theme of green—symbolizing growth and renewal—the selected poems, stories, and artworks vividly capture this motif. The story tells a journey from grief to renewal that parallels spring’s arrival, embodying life’s rejuvenation. Flash fictions explore themes of love, possibility, personal growth, and confidence, each promising new beginnings in sync with spring. The poems reflect on loss, love, death, struggle, and trauma- all intertwined with nature’s cycle. Artworks convey profound messages, emphasizing that art speaks volumes even without words.

These pieces celebrate green’s significance in fostering physical, mental, and spiritual growth. Just as spring revitalizes the natural world, these narratives inspire readers to embrace their own journeys of healing and transformation, echoing the lush, renewing essence of green.

Images used for the stories and poems are AI-generated.

Editorial Board: Shafinur Shafin and Nrutyangana Mahapatra

PR Head: Ian Craven

Contents:

Prose:

“Spring is Hope” by Meenakshi Gogoi

“February” by Rituparna Mukherjee

“Greening Up” by Sreelekha Chatterjee

Translated Story:

“The chakra” by Mahrin Ferdous translated by Rajib Mahmud

Poetry:

Poems by Ann Iverson

Poems by Helen Finney