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The Bronx Botanical Gardens Orchid Show by Jacqueline S. McCauley
“He on one end, she on the other, they march with purpose to the orchid show. The children between them are bundled so tightly, they …
The Season of Solitude by Jenn Haase Vetter
“Like the Man, she appeared oblivious to the absence of walls. Standing in my usual spot observing the house, I kept willing [the Woman] to …
A Secret Knowledge of How to Love by Kit Willett
“We chanced upon him on our honeymoon. His gallery was empty / but well-lit” – excerpt from A Secret Knowledge of How to Love by …
Only a Witch by Steven Hage
I opened the door to get the morning paper and found another mouse. Dead. An offering from the cat, as if to say, “Spare me! …
Microfiction by F.D. Jackson
PrioritiesMother glares at me, an angry wasp, abdomen curled, stinger ready. She’s waiting on her dinner and bath. I quickly ease her into the tub …
Ashmedai and the Hairdresser by Allister Nelson
Content Warning: sexual references The streets of Berlin were heavy with rain. I clutched the metal pin at my breast that kept demons away. Mama …
Micro Poems by Chris Bullard
Apology to Spring I’m happy my words have not damaged the tulips.Despite my bungled attempts at praise,they rise more sublime …
spring cleaning by Lauren Kells
when my little brother spent the night he threw the pillows and blankets on the floor before he left when …
Not Done Yet by Nancy Noelke
The awe of still being here when odds ride shotgun on the sickle edgebut for one black ice spinoutone errant …
Podcast
The Metaworker Podcast | 019 Pushcart Prize Nominees, Part 2
In this two-part series, we celebrate our Pushcart Prize nominees. This episode features @coopd88, @FrankNjugi, and Linda Lacey. #TheMetaworker #PushcartPrize …
The Metaworker Podcast | 018 Pushcart Prize Nominees, Part 1
In this two-part series, we celebrate our Pushcart Prize nominees. This episode features Amita Basu, Daniel Brennan, and Marie-Louise McGuinness. #TheMetaworker #PushcartPrize …
The Metaworker Podcast | 017 A Writer’s Life For Me: Catchup with Matthew Maichen, Part 2
Elena, Mel, and Cerid talk with former Metaworker Editor in Chief Matthew Maichen about their writing rituals, how they create characters, and the benefits and …
The Metaworker Podcast | 016 A Writer’s Life For Me: Catchup with Matthew Maichen, Part 1
Elena, Mel, and Cerid talk with former Metaworker Editor in Chief Matthew Maichen about his writing and publishing journey since he stepped away from leading …
Micro
Creative Non-Fiction Micros by Kevin Browne
Creative Non-Fiction Micros by Kevin Browne #TheMetaworker #MetaworkerMonday …
Micro Poetry by David Capps
Micro Poetry by David Capps #MetaworkerMonday #TheMetaworker Micro Poetry by David Capps …
My English Teacher by Bharti Bansal
(Nitika Mam, this one’s for you.) I have always been low on confidence. By low, I mean you could jump off a cliff and still …
Creative Non-Fiction Micros by Kevin Browne
Good Days My friend Jasmine tells me she wants to get married. Her boyfriend is no saint, she admits, but at least he quit drinking …
Rubies by Carol E. Anderson
Remember that night in the basement of Draper Hall when you wrestled me to the floor? The sweet smell of musk oil on your neck …
On the Shore by GJ Gillespie
Mixed media collage. Made with cross word puzzles, spray paint, shellac, ink, custom dyed clothe. Inspired by mid century northwest …
Mars Sunglasses by James Reade Venable
Photo shot on iPhone 8 Plus. Artist’s note: I was being taken on a tour of an old mine turned …
Magic Tricks for the Homeless by Kevin Charles
Artist’s Note: “Magic Tricks For The Homeless” was created with Clipstudio Paint. It depicts the often rabid responses we receive …
Interviews
Looking Back to Forge Forward: A Catchup Series by Lena Bramsen
“An interview compilation with some of The Metaworker’s first contributors, reflecting upon the past and updating us on their careers.” …
Profile: Jeremy Bock
Jeremy Bock is a West Virginia native and technologist currently expatting Bangkok with his wife and daughter. His novel, Caroline, …
Meet Melissa Reynolds!
Hey everyone! We told you that we have big plans for this publication and here’s one of them. We took …