Written by Sabaitide

2025 is a fantastic year to be a BLACKPINK fan. A series of viral music videos, four unique solo albums, and an epic world tour reunion? This is already legendary!

Written by Yours Truly

Regardless of what the project is, I always begin with the question of, “how would this make someone feel?”. From there, I look to create warm, engaging art or designs that translate the emotions I hope to create. 

Written by Elizabeth Lu

Unlike the definition of the word, I think that one of the most confusing words within the English lexicon is ‘clarity’, especially when it’s attached to the greater concept of life.

Written by E.A, Ed.D

As a teacher for nearly five years, I have come to believe that much of education is about manifestation and embodiment. Growing up, I never saw an adequate representation of my own multifaceted identity in the classroom.

Written by Katrina Romero Tran

And though I can pause to be grateful for what I have, I can simultaneously fight toward the same opportunities my parents fought tooth and nail for in moving to this country, as well as to fight for the rights that so many deserve.

Written by Sabaitide

A lot of it was accepting that I would never receive an apology or explanation from people who had hurt me and letting go of old friends who never met me halfway, but at the same time, knowing the love I deserve and standing up for myself inside my head.

Written by Urmi Hossain

My 2025 mantra is: 2025 is all about experiences—new places, new people, new growth!

Written by Lily Low

From a former high achiever time chaser, this collection puts the development of my journey into words. Instead of solely preparing to live, it is high time that we learn to live.

Written by Joanna Zhang

This letter is not only to me but to everyone who needs the courage to face the mist of the unknown in the new year—to those who find themselves caught between past and future, longing and becoming.

Written by Joanna Zhang

"New Soul" embraces the pain of loss and transformation while searching for connections that transcend the mundane material world, whether through god's sensorium in the universe’s expanse, the quiet, lingering echoes of past souls, or silent tears of contemplations.

Written by Sameera Shaik

These poems reflect the past five years of emotions and struggles, finding my way back to myself to reconnect with and reclaim my identity. They are inspired by an affirmation acknowledged from my Urdu language study experience: Apni Zindagi ki Trailblazer - trailblazer of your own life.

Written by Jacqueline

“We can do hard things” is encouraging and inspiring. It helps push you to do what you need to do. “Let it be hard” is about surrender. Acceptance, even. 

Written by Devika Bahadur

In India, mantras are supposed to give direction, stability and maybe even a sense of purpose. But what happens when the only mantra running through your head is self-doubt?

Written by K. Mehta

K. Mehta is a high school poet whose work centers on the complexities of her Indian and Iranian heritage, and her experience coming from an immigrant family.

Written by Keira Morales

Mlaah began acting at a young age and quickly recognized that it could be a promising career. However, as time passed, her focus shifted toward an unexpected but equally compelling path: law.