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AI overview of The Silence of Everything. AI-Generated.
The Silence of Everything is a collection that delves into the unspoken layers of human emotion. It captures moments of solitude, whispers of longing, and the quiet reflections we often hide from the world. Each poem is a mirror—sometimes gentle, sometimes sharp—reflecting the complexities of life, love, and loss.
By Malaika Nawaz5 months ago in Writers
Share with me!
~ Hello lovely Vocalites! I told myself I wasn't going to do this initially, but after more thought, it felt right to share this little personal note from me as both an explanation and an invitation :)
By Heather Hubler5 months ago in Writers
Writing When You’re Burnt Out
“You’re not lazy. You’re tired. And that’s a very different thing.” Let me be real with you: burnout is a beast. It creeps in quietly, often disguised as laziness or lack of discipline. But it’s not that. It’s the result of running on empty for too long — emotionally, creatively, mentally — and still expecting yourself to perform like you’re full of inspiration and energy.
By Georgia5 months ago in Writers
New SC Lit Mag Accepting Submissions from Writers Across the Lowcountry
With its long list of local publications and independent stores and a yearly literature festival, Charleston’s literary scene is booming. There is one thing missing though: Charleston needs its own literary journal just for SC writers! Tidal Lantern is a new Charleston literary magazine that aims to elevate local voices across the South Carolina lowcountry.
By Heather Holmes5 months ago in Writers
The First 100 Words: How to Write Openings That Stop Scrolls Cold
Why Your First 100 Words Can Make or Break You on Vocal Let’s be blunt: no one owes you their attention. In an online world overflowing with short attention spans, TikTok clips, and never-ending scrolls, getting someone to click on your Vocal story is already a victory—but keeping them there is the real battle.
By Muhammad Sabeel5 months ago in Writers
A Man's Guide to Thriving
The truth about aging hits different when you're staring at your reflection one morning and wondering when your eyebrows decided to go rogue. While Troy Breiland hilariously captures the "follicular betrayal" of middle age in his recent piece about men falling apart, there's another side to this story - one where you don't just survive the changes, but actually master them.
By Narghiza Ergashova5 months ago in Writers
12+ Tips For Improving Online Business Visibility Through SEO
SEO drives 1,000%+ more traffic than organic social media. So, in that case we can’t neglect its power. It works effectively in enhancing your online visibility. SEO is important for driving traffic, increasing brand recognition and achieving business success.
By Jhones Benn5 months ago in Writers
Yasmin Bashirova: Driving Human Rights Advocacy Beyond the Courtroom
When most people think of human rights protection, they picture lawyers, judges, and formal legal proceedings. But justice is not built solely in courtrooms—it’s cultivated in classrooms, public squares, community centers, and online networks. Non-legal human rights advocacy thrives in these spaces, creating change from the ground up. Yasmin Bashirova is a leading voice in this movement, proving that meaningful progress is often born from creative, people-powered action.
By Yasmin Bashirova6 months ago in Writers
An Invitation to 'The Library'. Top Story - August 2025. Content Warning.
I have been running a Twitch channel since June 2022. For those unfamiliar, Twitch is a livestreaming platform where anyone can host a livestream under a variety of categories.
By ThatWriterWoman6 months ago in Writers
Medium’s War on Independent Journalists
It’s official: Medium has declared open season on investigative journalists. This week, I found myself staring at the same Orwellian message for the second time in a matter of months: “Your account has been suspended for violating Medium’s rules.” No explanation. No email. No conversation. No due process. Just a sudden digital execution—this time before I had even finished setting up my new account, let alone publish anything controversial.
By Michael Phillips6 months ago in Writers
When the Heart Shouts Back
When the Heart Shouts Back You never think about your heart until it forces you to. We just live with it ticking away, like background noise. It’s there, working quietly, doing its job. Most days, you don’t even notice it. Then one day it changes. Maybe it starts pounding so loud it drowns everything out. Or it skips a beat and suddenly you’re frozen, wondering what just happened.
By Marie381Uk 6 months ago in Writers
The Youngest Voice in the Silence — How I Wrote 10 Books Before 18. AI-Generated.
When most teenagers are figuring out who they are, I was figuring out how to tell the world my story — and the stories of countless emotions that live inside us. By 18, I had authored 10 books, each carrying a part of me: my thoughts, my poetry, my reflections on peace, and my fascination with the beauty of silence.
By Malaika Nawaz6 months ago in Writers