Susan Isla Tepper has a new Novel just out titled “hair of a fallen angel” from Spuyten Duyvil Books, NYC.  A twenty-year writer, she’s authored 12 books of fiction and poetry and 5 stage plays. Honors include 21 Pushcart Prize Nominations. Her play ‘The Crooked Heart’ concerning artist Jackson Pollock premiered on October 25, 2022 at the Irish Repertory Theatre in NYC. Adapted from an earlier novel, it was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. Another play, LADY IN A POST BOX, co-written with poet and writer Ciaran O’Driscoll is moving toward production. Susan is a Brand Ambassador for The Galway Review.  http://www.susantepper.com

The Gift

By Susan Isla Tepper

It went beyond
the ravages of time
this quest to find out

A child you thought
it would freeze over and
you could skip across

Reach the far mountain
still a stirring desire

What does it know
how many secrets
clutched in its crevices

intentional or otherwise
looming over
the perpetual beauty

Mary Wilkinson is a published writer of both fiction and non-fiction. Her work has appeared on radio, and she has been nominated for the prestigious Pushcart Prize. Her novella Quotidian was published by Reflex Press, showcasing her talent for crafting compelling narratives. With a diverse writing portfolio, Mary’s storytelling spans various mediums, engaging readers and listeners alike. She is based in Galway, where she continues to write and contribute to the literary world.