Akshaya Varakunan tells the harrowing tale of a terrifying apocalypse.

Emily Lai writes on the mysterious threats hidden deep within the earth.

Yesterday is a piece describing the troubles youth go through while growing up, and about how it can be a very confusing time when there are so many other influences around you. Zixuan hopes with this poem can inspire others her age to feel a little more self-empowered in the face of problems, danger, or puzzlement.

Annie Xiong tells a story of rebirth and renewal through metaphors and imagery.

Javeria Sajid writes about not knowing the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory.

Amy Jia documents the struggles of growing a plant with a lacking green thumb through a series of haiku. The poem explores the fragility of plants, showing that gardening isn’t always as simple as it looks.

The beyond-materialistic value of a leather jacket is discovered, Fatima Sharipova writes.

An interesting dream. By Maggie Pang.

Alvin Young tries to mimic the mind of a twisted criminal.

River Wei describes a car crash.

Annie Xiong draws connections between fireworks and the tragedy of war.

Paromita Roy writes about the uncertainty of the future and the importance of risk-taking.