Blue Crystal Literary Magazine welcomes all to the 13th issue of their magazine.
It is a place for those who want to flap the wings of creativity into the deep, blue horizon of success. Success is not like a dream. It is the ultimate reality of our life. In “Blue Crystal,” all of your hopes, dreams, and aspirations are crystallized like the water of a river and they summit in their success.
Cultural Festa: Verses Woven in Spirit of Culture is the Magnum Opus book which has celebrated the pied concept of culture.
Each Poem is the fruit of the labour of the poets which has enriched this anthology with the various colors of Our glorious past as well as future. We humans do want create our own customs which become the pillars of our existence.
As Human being is the inseparable part of traditional life so this book has catered the flavour of the ways of Life in a very novel way.
I want to say my especial gratitude to all versifiers for their illimited efforts to this anthology.
Mahalo ! leʻaleʻa !
Warm Regards
Saheb SK
Editor: Cultural Festa: Verses Woven in Spirit of Culture
Without any further ado, let’s beat the drum for the Grand Winner
DWIGHT JENKINS : THIS BEAUTIFUL INDIAN GIRL EMBODIES A SOUL “A
CONVERSATIONAL POEM”
Dwight Jenkins is a former Criminal and Immigration lawyer who was born in
Montreal and presently lives in Ajax, Ontario.
Dwight aspires to write spiritual, cultural and political poetry, elegies, odes and
devotionals. Dwight practices different aspects of both the Hindu and Catholic
religion. Dwight enjoys participating in open mic performances which at times
include dance and song.
Dwight previously co-produced a program on education for a prime time news
program and has been published in a high caliber newspaper for his article
addressing issues that the Black community was facing in Montreal at the time.
The poem entitled: “This Beautiful Indian Girl Embodies A Soul” addresses the
Hindus’ approach on subjects such as vegetarianism, chastity, abortion and
religious festivals.
JULIAN MATTHEWS : THE MESSENGER
Julian Matthews is a mixed-race minority poet and writer from Malaysia,
published in The American Journal of Poetry, Beltway Poetry Quarterly,
Lothlorien Poetry Journal, Live Encounters and New Verse News, among other
journals and anthologies. He stumbled upon a creative writing workshop by
accident seven years ago. That happy accident has turned into a rabid
compulsion. He is still extricating himself from the crash.
If you wish to support his recovery, Paypal him at trinetizen@gmail.com or
send him message https://linktr.ee/julianmatthews
DILSHI SAMARAKOON : SILENT AGONY AMIDST THE NOISE
Dilshi Samarakoon, a proud Sri Lankan, is an undergraduate at the University
of Peradeniya, where she delves into the realms of English, Sociology,
Psychology, and French. A passionate and creative spirit, Dilshi finds her muse
in the delicate dance of butterflies and the vivid hues of rainbows, shaping her
stories with a palette of joy and wonder. While her heart leans more toward the
art of short storytelling, she occasionally weaves her thoughts into poetry. Each
piece she writes is a testament to her inner peace and enthusiasm, as she
transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary through her vibrant and
uplifting narratives.
JULIAN MATTHEWS : THE MESSENGER
Julian Matthews is a mixed-race minority poet and writer from Malaysia,
published in The American Journal of Poetry, Beltway Poetry Quarterly,
Lothlorien Poetry Journal, Live Encounters and New Verse News, among other
journals and anthologies. He stumbled upon a creative writing workshop by
accident seven years ago. That happy accident has turned into a rabid
compulsion. He is still extricating himself from the crash.
If you wish to support his recovery, Paypal him at trinetizen@gmail.com or
send him message https://linktr.ee/julianmatthews
RASHIK SK : DESIRE
Rashik SK is a poignant and expressive poet known for his profound
exploration of human emotions and the intricacies of the human experience.
Through his thoughtful and evocative words, he captures the complexities of
human feelings, shedding light on the deepest and most vulnerable aspects of
the human condition.
His writing delves into the diversities of life, revealing the inter-connectedness
of love, loss, hope, and despair. With a unique voice that resonates with
readers, Rashik SK weaves verses that are both deeply personal and universally
relatable.
As a poet, Rashik SK seeks to inspire reflection, empathy, and understanding,
inviting others to embark on a journey of self-discovery and emotional
connection through his captivating poetry.
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