Feb 24

Feb 24 The Radical Art of Hope

Following a three month leave from Misstropolis to work on my book, I’m happy to be back. But in the time I’ve been away, the news has descended even deeper into depths of despair. Again and again, art gives me the courage to carry hope into the next day. Two things inspired this piece: Hank Willis Thomas’ instantly iconic Boston monument to Dr. Martin Luther and Coretta Scott King “The Embrace,” and the CDC report on mental health in the US, which found that suicide rates rose 5% for people between 25-44. My message? Embrace hope despite everything.

Apr 28

Apr 28 Painting on the Clouds

James Baldwin

POETRY

“There is a moment in every dawn when light floats, there is the possibility of magic. Creation holds its breath.” So said Douglas Adams in the 80’s cult classic, Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy.

Misstropolis contributor Jim Baldwin has a thing for sunrise. Channeling Adams and the Hitchhiker's Guide, Jim shares his thoughts and stunning images of sunrise through the seasons. And lucky us, we look, holding our breath.

Jun 11

Jun 11 On One Knee

Sharee Galpert

POETRY

It was the hands in the pockets that did it… A new poem by Sheree Galpert.

Apr 29

Apr 29 Two Poems

James Baldwin

POETRY

As we near the end of National Poetry Month, two new poems by James Baldwin about slowing down and appreciating the beauty that’s been there all along. It just looks different now.