James is the brothernot possible in childhoodwhere work wasexpected and demandedand caregiving,not companionship,with the youngers.Together we playwith wordsand information –who can surprisethe other?Now separated welong for each other.Will there be … Continue reading Ode to James by Duane L. Herrmann
Project Audiobook: Extended version of Betsy Folwell’s anthology now available
Early in the pandemic ACW’s Nathalie Thill helped Betsy Folwell launch a new project, making Folwell’s 2009 anthology an audiobook. They used the ACX platform designed by Audible.com to post … Continue reading Project Audiobook: Extended version of Betsy Folwell’s anthology now available
My First Epic by Karen Davidson
Six-inches, flat as a pancake,Wonder Woman’s superhuman musculatureA gift from Greek deitiesStands tall on the windowsill byMy kitchen sink. The strength of Superman combinedWith femininity, beauty, and innocencePrincess of ThemysciraKnown … Continue reading My First Epic by Karen Davidson
Wonder Woman of the Web by Linda Freedland
He came to my door.And he blew right straight through. “Don’t you think that’s a bit rude, even for you.You could have tried knocking, maybe ringing the bell.” Super Gigboy … Continue reading Wonder Woman of the Web by Linda Freedland
A Visit from Wonder Woman by Judyann Grant
Wonder Woman knocked on my doorI was busy sweeping the floor.“Put down your broom and talk to me”I’m busy now, can’t you see?“Chores can wait, there’s more to life”Chores can’t … Continue reading A Visit from Wonder Woman by Judyann Grant
An English Sonnet: For DJT by Paul Lamar
You fly in here and boast that you are heWho makes Communication work. Absurd!Sit down, but first take off that stupid flea-Worn cape. You want some tea? Shhh-- not a … Continue reading An English Sonnet: For DJT by Paul Lamar
i am not wonder woman by Joni Youse
my eyes were rivetedto her waistthe golden lassoneatly coiledDianaher eyes were darkpools seeing alli tried to hideshe saw my soulhands creptto the sparkling fiberstellshe whisperedit felt like armscircling mecomforting mestopi … Continue reading i am not wonder woman by Joni Youse
Beyond by Ruth Ann Dandrea
Power, when it comes,comes powerfully.Frightening a world.Superbeings, ragingwith strength, able to fly,disappear, read your mind,see your bones and organs.Fighting, always fightingeven when they win.In my comic book life,I don’t seem … Continue reading Beyond by Ruth Ann Dandrea
Fleeting Fantasy, Forging Fire by S. Parker
Super man, you say?Supper time I say, mother replies.No, really mama, I swear on shooting stars. She sees red, yellow, purple;galaxies aglow. Gathering son into armsshe embraces void, fills black … Continue reading Fleeting Fantasy, Forging Fire by S. Parker