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Roots in the city
Author John Doll said the topics of bigotry and corruption explored in “St. James Park” stay relevant today. “People should know about their history, and know that some of the things that are happening...
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Bookstores, where thousands of stories live and thrive, come in all shapes and sizes. From Little Free Libraries in front yards to small independent bookstores to used bookstores with tattered pages...
View ArticleDear, Anon
I write to you with this breath clinging inside my chest For I’ve been traveling a hard road, in which I’m sure you know best I came from the heavens, fell a thousand feet to see you smile But my wings...
View ArticleWrestling With Words
Every day after school, junior Brian Miller zooms across campus on his trusty electric scooter and makes his way to the Paly wrestling room. When Miller speaks, legs dangled over the legs of a round...
View ArticleWrath of Winter: Ode to Silent Shadows
Oh, Frigid Storm, you disrupt my sleep Frigid temperatures pierce as the winds streak across the city, Cold air hollows out my soul, awakening my presence Shadows dance in my sleep, striking me with...
View Article“Ling Ling”
They’re just words, right? I hear ‘em on the regular, Getting thrown around at me without second thought, People always making light. But when I reallyyy stop and think… It ain’t so funny anymore....
View ArticleThe Person You Replaced
“I don’t get it,” I said. “Why not just open it?” “You’re not supposed to,” Mira said, not looking up from her cup of coffee. “It’s protocol.” “That’s not a reason.” Shrugging, she finished her coffee,...
View ArticleDelicate
With wings of white I fly Winds attempt to deter me but I brave the unknown path Adventure is my friend, fear only a faded scar Nothing can stop me Even as cracks run down my body, I do not pause to...
View ArticleIt’s Hard to Hate Someone You Understand
But I find it to be true and grand, You can’t hate someone, You understand. Now believe me when I say, The Hate will not just go away. “Hate is a strong word” they all rejoice, But Hate is not an...
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Local watercolor artist blends Japanese, Western styles in introspective...
Gallery • 5 Photos Naomi Espinoza The exhibit opened on Friday at Gallery 9 in Los Altos, featuring a reception and music. Editor’s Note: Co-published with The Paly Voice Watercolor artist Mami...
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A disappointing sequel
With the rise of the extremely popular BookTok community on TikTok, one book caught the attention of millions of readers on the platform: “Fourth Wing”. The “Fourth Wing” series by Rebecca Yarros,...
View ArticleSnow white or bad write
“Snow White” is one of the most controversial movies of the year. From the use of CGI for dwarves to the lack of racial differences, people have found issues with almost every aspect of the movie. All...
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No ladies in literature
To us, English has always been a space for women. Growing up tucked in the deepest shelves of the library, we both spent our early years tearing into books like we were starved for knowledge. It...
View Articlezugzwang
d8=Q Enter the BOARD. The eyes of the WHITE QUEEN (hereafter QUEEN) reopen. She sees herself positioned against the BLACK KING (hereafter KING). The White King looms silently in the distance. KING:...
View ArticleEverything Problematic with “Emilia Perez”
Does Emilia Perez deserve redemption in a world where second chances are rare? Karla Sofía Gascón is the transgender Spanish actress who plays Emilia Peréz, a dangerous drug dealer living in Mexico who...
View ArticleA Leap for Literature
As novelists and attendees filed into the Redwood City Library, the 2025 Young Adult Novelist Convention utilized workshops and other activities to turn strangers to friends. This event also brought...
View ArticleThe rise of digital reading
I grew up in a house by the library. My summer hours were spent between home and the library doors, a tote bag filled with novels swinging from my hand. Some of my fondest memories involved reading in...
View ArticleThe Hunter
The others of his flock were still asleep, but Beaks was wide awake. He felt the sun rising and wanted to fly. Beaks had always woken up with the sun since his first migration — he remembered it like...
View ArticleNeptune as rennes, france
3 people in the world know of our secret, and i’m one of them. 3 gold beads beside a crystal—the Neptune of it all. in actuality, Neptune has 16...
View ArticleSlow Walkers
If you asked me what I thought of Slow Walkers, I would say they’re a bit irritating. But on a deeper level, their leisurely, careless attitude vexes me to the core. They walk around without apparent...
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