Poeaxtry's Prism

Spell. Stone. & Sparks that Ignite Change

Category: Poeaxtry’s Open Shelf

Curated collection of spontaneous essays, creative explorations, prompt responses, political takes, minority highlights, cultural reflectons, spirituality, indie and small business shout-outs, and more.

  • Beginnings and Endings: 93 Poems on Love, Loss, and the Messy Middle

    Beginnings and Endings: 93 Poems on Love, Loss, and the Messy Middle

    Beginnings and Endings is my first self-published poetry collection. A staggering 93 poem journey through the sparks, mess, and echoes of relationships. From first connection to final silence, these poems hold space for hope, hurt, and unapologetic vulnerability.

    Whether it’s a love that healed, or one that hallowed. These poetic works explore the real, bittersweet truths that live inside us all. Written from a transgender man’s perspective, while capturing beginnings, messy middles, and the inevitable endings with honesty and grit.

    Themes and What to Expect

    Relationships:
    first spark, deep connection, heartbreak, reconciliation

    Emotional journey:
    hope, grief, self-discovery, reflection, mental health

    Style:
    snapshots, rhythm, motion, concise artistic

    Audience:
    anyone who enjoys indie poetry, hopeless romantics, and emotionally in-tune folks

    “Each poem is a glimpse into memory, moments frozen in rhythm, capturing the edges of romantic connection and personal growth.”

    Publication Notes

    First Edition:
    Roughly formatted in Google Docs, simple nature photo cover, limited print run (~8–10 copies floating around)

    Second Edition:
    Fully formatted in Canva Pro for enhanced readability and visual presentation

    This collection is available across multiple marketplaces for readers to easily access where they are already shopping.

    Etsy. Gumroad. Payhip. Amazon. Google Play. Ko-fi.

    Exchange your honest review for this collection at no cost, here.
    Barter or Trade, here.
    Check out the Reviews on:
    GoodReads

    Explore the sampler for Beginnings and Endings on Wattpad, Quotev, or Booksie.

    If you are interested in commissioning custom poetry check out Ko-Fi.

    Poeaxtry Links. Portfolio. Want more Poems?

  • New Year- New Era, New Names, New Vision

    New Year- New Era, New Names, New Vision

    What began as Poeaxtry_, my personal artistic persona and small business. This space was for self-published e-books rough Google Doc formatted, rockhounded items, and spiritual things. It turned into the Poetry Prism, a publishing arm and community centered on poetry. Though, over time, it became a home for indie poets as well as authors, artists, small businesses, and more.

    Does the name “Poetry Prism” really fit what we do now? We are clearly not just poetry anymore and not just words on the pages. The Prism Publishing has been a platform for all indie creators, artists, writers, musicians, and small businesses for awhile. But to reflect this evolution and to make our intentions and community more clear, we are dropping the word “Poetry.” The Prism now stands as an inclusive, expansive hub: one name, one era, one identity. So Poeaxtry & The Prism is no longer just for short that’s the form fitting identity. Though the publishing based email will remain poeaxtryspoetryprism@gmail.com at least for the time.

    A New Era of Collaboration

    Our collaborative efforts are evolving too. Gone are the days of simple community PDFs, themed collections, that are free-read by download. Now, we’re moving toward digital anthologies: quarterly curated collections featuring minority creators and allied contributors. With permission from all prior themed individual persons submitting work to continue with the new model. We are transitioning those early submissions into this new format. Just moving forward, no theme restrictions either!

    Each person may submit up to:

    10 poems
    10 digital art pieces or high-resolution photographs,
    2 essays,
    2 prose works
    from minority creators.

    Allied submissions are welcome at half that cap above.
    Free small-business ads spots celebrating creators and projects, Curated resources for indie publishers, artists, and small business owners.

    Important Dates:

    The first submission period for ads, poetry, art, prose, and essays is open until February 12, 2026. This allows time to curate, edit, promote, and release the inaugural quarterly.

    A New Era of E-Books

    E-books have traditionally followed seasons of life, chronicling moments and collections as they unfolded. Going forward, e-books will be curated around themes now as well as seasons of life:

    “The Man Who Was Never Enough and Somehow Too Much: an anthology exploring BPD and mental health.” Is a project for a themed e-book I have in the works.

    I.I.A.S.D.: the first free collection, explored 13 poems written on the day the election results were announced in 2024. To continue this free series I.I.A.S.D. Volume Two: 2025, Year of Fear- A Political Poetry Collection.” This one will explore poems of policy, advocacy, and social change. This collection was originally drafted as “It is a Sad Year.” Though, the political collection will still show the expansion over the year following Election Day. It captures my original poetic reflections on politics, society, and lived experience.

    These thematic collections ensure that every release is intentional, cohesive, and resonant. These collections provide context for the work. They also highlight perspectives and what future generations will call historical issues that matter.

    What This Means for You

    The Prism is now:

    One unified brand, dropping “Poetry” for clarity and inclusion. A hub for all indie creatives, with poetry still at its heart, but no longer its only focus. A gallery of meaningful digital themed e-books to go with the seasonal anthologies. A space for collaboration, spotlighting, and resources for marginalized voices, allies, and indie creators alike.

    This is our new era. A Prism shining light on voices, art, words, and projects that deserve attention—without confusion, without limits.

    Welcome to the next chapter.

    Forms

    Submit to the Quarterly by emailing poeaxtryspoetryprism@gmail.com or form

    Submit to Indie Spotlights/Shelf Space by emailing Poeaxtry@gmail.com or form

    Free Digital Collections For Honest Reviews Form

    Volunteer to mod, promote, format, etc. form

    Questions? Comments? Concerns? General Contact form

    Arc Readers & Street Team Form


    Poeaxtry Links Best of Poeaxtry Portfolio Buy me a Coffee

  • Poeaxtry_ is Where the People Are; Who Thrives and Why? A Deep Dive!

    Poeaxtry_ is Where the People Are; Who Thrives and Why? A Deep Dive!

    Hello Familiar Friends and New Names.

    And welcome where we are all people, first!

    Welcome to a space where we are all people first!

    At Poeaxtry_, I like to say that one of our mottos is “Poeaxtry_, where the people are.” But did I ever explain what that actually boils down to?

    Simply put: I don’t want to force anyone to find me. I want people who might be interested in reading, submitting, creating, or even just engaging with the emotional, hiking, or other free content I share, to discover me naturally and connect in their own way.

    That’s why I post the digital creations, and photos or videos I capture with my phone across social platforms. These posts share the highlights in text on the visual media, summaries in the captions, and links to read more if interested on my website. This site holds the “meat and potatoes,” also known as the full content. This leaves my work accessible to all fully in one place that doesn’t anyone to create an account to view. However subscribers to the website do receive a reward, but I’m probably getting ahead of myself. We’ll get all of that and more soon!

    Quality is Key

    There’s a difference between followers and believers, between noise and signal, between people who swipe and people who stay. Subscribers mean nothing when the numbers aren’t noticing or notifying. Numbers are nothing if they aren’t the people you resonate with.

    This post is a deep dive into the kinds of creators, readers, contributors, critics and community members who thrive at Poeaxtry_ and The Poetry Prism. I’m including a small reminder of our ethos that holds it all together.

    This isn’t about chasing numbers or chasing dopamine. It’s about quality, intention, and connection.

    Who Thrives Here?

    Readers Who Connect.

    People who may read something more than once to see what else is hiding.

    They look for depth over new discovery, connection over content trends.

    They pause, reflect, and engage with work that might challenge societies views or refuse pretend peacefulness.

    Creators Who Make With Purpose

    Not hobbyists. Not algorithm chasers.

    They craft poems like prayers, build zines like love letters, or publish work that has purpose.

    These creators make not for only applause, but because their work demands to hold space.

    Marginalized Voices & Intersectional Art

    We built this space because such spaces were scarce:

    LGBTQ+ voices, Disabled creatives, Neurodivergent makers, people in recovery, creators of color, and other communities America keeps attacking.

    This is visibility with intention, support with structure, and room without hierarchy.

    Contributors & Collaborators Who Grow Together

    This is a working ecosystem, not a pond of competitors.

    Here, people:

    Give and receive constructive feedback, look at success as mutual elevation, respect identities, collaborate while creating creative comrades, compete in creative showdowns, and much more.

    Discord Twitch

    Who This Isn’t For

    Algorithm chasing creators who aren’t the same as creative people they are much different.

    If your goal is to rage bait or chase clicks, this space isn’t for you.

    We value substance over fake.

    The “I’m above you” energy? Not going to fly here.

    Harm, Discrimination, Prejudice

    We do not tolerate dehumanizing behavior.

    Bigotry or discrimination that is based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, mental health, or any other immutable identity ends your collaboration here immediately.

    This is a safe creative community no slut shaming, body shaming, or politics. Transgender identity isn’t politics if you think so I don’t think you need me to tell me shit,

    poeaxtry’s website (updated first) Shared to mainstream & emerging social platforms Direct community spaces Publishing & sales: Amazon/Kindle, Google Play Books, Etsy, Gumroad, Payhip

    At Poeaxtry_ we are not tied to a single platform, always expanding.

    Community Spaces & Engagement

    I’m building safe, collaborative spaces for writers, artists, and makers:

    Discord with Collaborative threads, competitions, open mic nights, custom roles for interactions, and more. Feedback invited, not forced; silence allowed. Rest & presence valued over performance always.

    Publishing & Opportunities

    Poeaxtry’s Poetry Prism offers:

    Free publishing for minority indie creators: poetry, prose, visual art, mixed media, experimental work and Indie spotlights for indie creatives and small businesses Collaborative projects, resource sharing, critique circles

    2026 Initiatives

    Our new Quarterly digital magazine with open submissions, my own features, resource guides, advice sections addressing current issues, and open budget friendly calls for submissions.

    Also be looking for virtual and local open mic nights

    This is the ecosystem for those who thrive here creating, collaborating, connecting, and building together.

    Values Hold Poeaxtry_ Together

    Integrity, respect, care.

    Bigotry, discrimination, or harm ends collaboration immediately.

    We realistically can’t do full vetting or background checks but we know the truth surfaces naturally. Then we will act accordingly.

    This isn’t a growth strategy.

    This is a creative home for people who:

    Read meaningfully, create with care, connect generously, and Build community over content creating trend climbing.

    Your voice matters here. So if it’s genuine, grounded, and human come connect !

    Welcome to Poeaxtry_ and The Poetry Prism.

    Links portfolio kofi coffee?

    Google business reviews Goodreads

  • The Multidisciplinary Artist- Alexander Limarev- from Russia

    The Multidisciplinary Artist- Alexander Limarev- from Russia

         

    Alexander Limarev, multidisciplinary artist, mail art artist, poet, visual poet and curator from Russia/Siberia. Participated in more than 1000 international projects and exhibitions. His artworks are part of private and museum collections of 78 countries.

    His artworks as well as poetry have been featured in various online and print publications including BUKOWSKI ERASURE POETRY ANTHOLOGY (Silver Birch Press), SUPERPRESENT: A MAGAZINE OF THE ARTS, FLORA FICTION LITERARY MAGAZINE, HOME PLANET NEWS, NEW FEATHERS ANTHOLOGY, ANTI-HEROIN CHIC, ROUTE 7 REVIEW, UNLOST: journal of found poetry & art, #RANGER MAGAZINE, MAINTENANT etc.

          Alexander Limarev is the 2024 Creatives Flash Nonfiction Contest winner in the visual art category at the Fort William Mountain Festival – Scotland; 2026 Best of the Net Anthology Nomination in the visual art category – USA.

     

    How art is viewed

         Artwork as viewed by Alexander Limarev is the way to speculate upon and explain to yourself such universal existential problems as a person’s life, double standards and their influence on individuals, public loneliness, social impotence, search of God, resistance to Evil. He thinks of his artwork as inner monologues developing over a particular thought or event and thus resembling nonsense, stream of consciousness in visual art, based on paradox, absurd, broken causative-consecutive and chronological connections, reflecting discrepancy, injustice of the outer reality. However, decorative artworks are a happy exception.

    Becoming an artist


    Becoming a visual artist came naturally, as creative process was an integral part of my life. It was not just a desire for self-expression, but also an attempt to understand how the world around me was structured. I sought the hidden essence of things. Art became my resistance to conventions and the dull, relentless pressure of society, which emphasized the importance of “practical and useful” professions. My desire to exist outside the system intensified as I learned about the fates of Soviet dissident artists who fought for the right to free expression. I began to understand that art is not just about creating artistic objects, but a powerful tool for exploring the human soul, society, and life itself, and that visual art is my personal form of protest against the constraints imposed by an indifferent and aggressive majority.

    I chose this path to create a space where I could freely explore and transform the surrounding reality. My creativity became a way to delve into phenomena that are difficult to grasp through rational thought. I instinctively felt that creativity was a way to understand myself and the world around me.

    Thus, I formed as a visual artist, not because of circumstances, but in spite of them. Art became an existential escape from false reality and an opportunity to glimpse into the depths of the human soul. I chose this path to dissolve the boundaries of perception and to show that even under strict censorship and limitations, one can find freedom in creativity

    Links

    It is very easy to find information about me on the Internet. Just type “Alexander Limarev” into any browser or search engine. Since 2012, my work is represented quite extensively, and there may be some earlier pieces as well. I currently do not have full access to this information.

    Email poeaxtry@gmail.com for your own creative spotlight! And check back for a more in depth creative look into Alexander Limarev!

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  • Things are Changing for Poeaxtry Community Collaborations

    Things are Changing for Poeaxtry Community Collaborations

    Shifting the Prism’s Collaborations Into a Quarterly Publication

    The why behind Collaborations

    I launched community collabs with one goal to create publications for marginalized voices to be heard. (I wanted to help their art be seen too, of course, and their business be found.) To be read by others would then be able to find voices similar to their own. Themed calls gave structure, that I thought would help. However, I like art when the creator feels compelled to create it, not when it’s created per a submission theme.

    Why I’m Changing the Model

    It became clear that themes sometimes act as invisible boundaries. They shaped not only what people created, but who felt comfortable submitting. Themes feel a bit too much like gatekeepers, for my comfort. Hear me out, you had to fit the art, poem, or essay in like a key based on theme.

    That contradicts who I am or whom I want to be. I want this space to belong to the creators themselves. I want to invite people to bring what’s real. What’s needed, even if it doesn’t fit.

    So I decided: no more themes. Instead, I’m opening Poeaxtry up to open‑theme quarterly magazines. I was already planning a Quarterly & this fits the bill.


    Any suggestions on names? Guesses welcome!

    This change isn’t a retreat. It’s expansion. By removing themes, the door stays open wider for more voices, more art, more perspectives. By increasing frequency, I can amplify more people across time.

    What’s Changing: The New Quarterly Model

    Open‑theme submission calls:
    poetry, prose, art,or essays


    rights stay with creators:
    you keep your work. Poeaxtry curates and publishes but does not claim ownership or restrict distribution.
    Contributor bios, links, and photos welcome!

    Free ads space to minority‑owned shops, indie authors, small businesses to support community visibility.

    Digital magazine format means no forced downloads
    Eliminates 4 bulky PDFs a year.
    Always Viewable online
    Readers & Contributors now can share by link

    2026 Quarterly Schedule

    (Submission + Publication Dates may change slightly!)

    Q1 2026 (First Edition)

    Taking submissions: now– Feb 12, 2026

    Launch: Mar 8–15, 2026

    Q2 2026 (Second Edition)

    Taking submissions: March 9-May 5th

    Launch: Jun 5–12, 2026

    Q3 2026 (Third Edition)

    Taking submissions:Jun 5 – Aug 5, 2026

    Sep 5–12, 2026

    Q4 2026 (Fourth Edition)

    Taking submissions: Sep 5 – Oct 31, 2026

    Launch: Dec 5–12, 2026

    Note: The first edition will include existing submissions from the original themed collabs. It will also include any new open-theme submissions received during the submission window. Future editions will be fully open‑theme. The last quarter is stretched out because of holidays, birthdays, and death days.

    What This Means for Contributors & Community

    You’re free to send your work when you feel ready. This includes poetry, art, essays, and prose, just like before, just no need to match a theme. The spotlights from the website will be shared in the quarterly as well. The magazine lives online, shareable by link. More frequent releases = more opportunities for visibility, community building, connection.

    What Happens to the Original Themed submissions?

    Their submitted work will be included in the first quarterly edition as long as they consent.

    No more waiting.
    Just art, voices, visions.

    Your Voice Matters, Always

    Poeaxtry was born from a belief that the best art comes from the darkest places. That minority voices of every difference have stories and voices that matter. Lastly, to build a community for all of us to share our creations with each other and the world.

    This shift isn’t a change of heart, it’s evolution. As the world shifts, as art shifts, as voices shift, we must too…

    Shift.

    If you’re a minority artist, an ally writer, a survivor turned storyteller. Send in your voices or visions to Poeaxtryspoetryprism@gmail.com or submit this form.

    Small business owners, entrepreneurs, indie-creatives, communities, etc. send your ads to the above email or form as well!

    To have a Spotlight post on the website fill out this form or email Poeaxtry@gmail.com
    To review ebooks and other digital items in exchange for honest reviews, use this form

    Thank you for being here. Let’s start building community.

    Axton N. O. Mitchell

  • “Women in Red Rooms”

    “Women in Red Rooms”

    Meet Dorthy Jade & “Women in Red Rooms”

    Originally from Austin Dorthy now reside outsides of Dallas. She got her start in radio while she was still an undergrad at UT. Soon after she got bit by the entertainment bug and began appearing in TV series shot locally in Austin such as ABC’s “American Crime,” a Fox Pilot for “Urban Cowboy” among others.

    Dorothy developed her first TV pilot, titled “Fourth Down” and incorporated her own independent production company titled Waymaker Women to produce TV, films and media targeted towards women of color in genre. Her latest project, is a book which marks her debut into the poetry arena. She notes her favorite project was her first TV Pilot that she developed. It was so special to her because it was the first ever project that I created; holds a special place in my heart.

    How “Women in Red Rooms” was birthed

    Dorothy Jade is a writer, storyteller and producer so she came from the world of entertainment. She decided that she wanted to publish and the best vehicle for her was poetry. It’s raw, instinctual and it just allows her to go after depths and uncomfortable truths that she has faced in acknowledging how rage has shaped her as a woman. Dorothy specifically created “Women in Red Rooms” to confront her own rage so that she could transform it into alchemy. Rage doesn’t have to be a crutch that puts you in this freeze state. It can become positive and allow you to heal and reclaim your power, if you allow it.

    Deeper meanings

    For Dorothy Jade, creation is all about autonomy, transformation and representing stories that primarily reach women of color. She knew that the end goal was to always develop worlds within genre that speak to women in a way they haven’t experienced before. Media and entertainment is simply a vehicle for me to expand my imagination.

    Dorothy Jade wants “Women in Red Rooms” to become a blueprint for those seeking a safe room if you will in using their rage for their transformation. You can use your anger and turn it into something meaningful, creative or healing. Rage isn’t the monster, here. You’re allowed to feel in ways that may have felt like shame at one point.

    Future Plans

    Dorothy is going on the road with “Women in Red Rooms” via tour as she plans to produce a documentary behind this world. She can see it growing teeth; becoming a brand beyond just poetry but film, television and animation as well.

    Links to Dorothy Jade socials, website: IG, twitter, threads @dorothviade and my site will be launching soon at dorothviade.com.

    Don’t forget to get Dorothy Jade’s book

    “Women in Red Rooms” here!

  • Book Spotlight: Canvas of Scars By: Shane Blackheart 🖤

    Book Spotlight: Canvas of Scars By: Shane Blackheart 🖤

    The Work

    Title: Canvas of Scars

    Summary: Wandering alone late at night in the dark. Searching for meaning as your heart melts in your ribcage. A longing to be alive, but you’re dead and staring through a veil to experience a semblance of life. Canvas of Scars is a collection of dark poetry, short prose, and art with themes of PTSD, depression, psychosis, and other dark subjects.

    Link to buy: https://books2read.com/u/4AePLk

    Favorite piece, quote, or moment: 

    At the End of Time is one of my favorite poems from the book. It was written in a spur of the moment while dissociating, so the imagery was very strong. I’d went on a walk before writing it, and I described everything I was seeing and feeling as if it were a stage play. Like everything was a set and I was on the outside of it all as an observer.

    About me and why I created the book:

    I’m a nonbinary trans masculine author and artist, and I’ve also spent a lot of my life struggling with various mental illnesses, including CPTSD and a panic disorder. Canvas of Scars wasn’t something that was planned, it just became what it was over time as I wrote more and more poetry privately on one of my blogs. The art in the book is also drawn by me, and they’re all pieces that were, again, not meant for publication but as vent art to help me cope. I eventually combined them all in an effort to talk honestly about severe mental illness and trauma, as well as show visually how scary things can feel. It became a part of my work as an advocate for mental health awareness, and as a way to share my own story of survival.

    Future projects: 

    Right now, I’m juggling a few different works in progress. One of them is called The Soulless Ones, and it’s a Backrooms-inspired sci-fi that also takes inspiration from I Have No Mouth, and I Must Scream. It’s about four people who wake up in a strange, indoor community to find that they can’t remember their past. No one else is there, and nothing else seems to exist beyond the four walls around them. Another work in progress is the third book in my series, The Requiem Series. It’ll be the final book in the main storyline, and I’m really excited to get back to the fantasy themes of the first book; angels, demons, and a bit of a Biblical apocalypse will unfold.

    Links:

    Website – https://shaneblackheart.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaneblackheart/

    Threads: https://www.threads.com/@shaneblackheart

    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shaneblackheart.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShaneBlackheart

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  • Drici Amos James: The God of Poetry

    Drici Amos James: The God of Poetry

    Drici Amos James, DAJ2020, The God of Poetry.
    Drici Amos James, DAJ2020, The God of Poetry.

    THE GOD OF POETRY

    About Drici Amos James:

    Born and raised in the Pearl of Africa—Uganda, East Africa—Drici draws his strength from his indelibly rich, deep-rooted beginnings. His creativity is inspired by the slums of Africa.

    “Echo of the ghetto’s voice, embodying hope and belief for the world.”

    – DAJ2020

    DAJ2020 is an internationally published and widely read author. This multi-published author has been featured in various magazines. These include Figgi Magazine, Marika Magazine, and SSSIVANE Magazine. Additionally, Charisma Magazine, Loop Lite Magazine, The Style Cruze, and The Untold Magazine have also featured this poet.

    Self-Taught Creative Force

    “For Drici, art has always been a lifeline, a form of survival and redemption since childhood.”

    A self-taught creative powerhouse, Drici has established himself as a two-time self-published author, poet, model, artist, writer, and publisher. He is also the founder and CEO of DAJ Foods Africa.

    His dedication has earned him multiple awards. He has gained the distinguished reputation of being called the “God of Poetry.” He embraces this title with pride.

    Celebrated Works

    Among his most recognized pieces are the poems *Sex and Wine* and *Gates of Hell*. These were featured in *No Shortcut Magazine* and *Agora the Magazine*. Both received international acclaim.

    Upcoming Works

    – *The Naked Race*, poetry collection, released July 12, 2025

    – *Crowns*, poetry collection featuring mentor Dapharoah69, releasing June 26, 2026

    – Co-author in anthology *Bloodlines*, November 2025

    Creative Life & Inspirations

    “Through his work, he continues to share his light, inviting the world into his universe of authenticity, art, and pure vibes.”

    – The God of Poetry

    When not writing, Drici finds solace in reading, meditating, and listening to music—fueling his creativity.

    DAJ2020 Author photo

    – Follow the Poet:

    Threads Twitter IG Tiktok

    – Explore DAJ2020’s Work
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     Want to Be Featured?

    Are you a writer, artist, or creative with a story to tell?

    We’re always looking for voices to uplift and celebrate. Send your work, your book, or your creative journey to be considered for the next Spotlight feature. Email me directly poeaxtry@gmail.com with your spotlight information or send a form here.

    Poeaxtry is designing the blueprint for a future free of art behind performed paywalls.

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  • 🎉 Poeaxtry’s Prism Press — New Quarterly Digital Magazine 🎉

    🎉 Poeaxtry’s Prism Press — New Quarterly Digital Magazine 🎉

    I have decided to launch Poeaxtry’s Poetry Prism Press. A free quarterly digital magazine. This publication will: spotlight creatives, single creative works, and themed collections. All while sharing indie voices, who all share different minority perspectives, and creative work in a space that’s inclusive, thoughtful, and full of surprises.

    What’s inside each issue:

    Poetry & Writing: Submissions paired with contributor bios, flowing naturally through the magazine.

    Art &Art Pieces: Modern, bright visuals highlighting artists and creatives

    . Interactive Extras: QR codes or shortened links may unlock playlists, prompt journals, collectible images, actionable self-care checklists, and so much more. *These are not guaranteed in every issue like they are in my e-zines.

    Interviews & Community Features: Q&As with authors, creatives, and indie voices: full or sidebar size.

    Resource Highlights & Prism Picks: Curated books, music, art, and community projects.

    Trans Truth & Hot Takes Thoughts Column: Opinions and reflections from a trans man’s perspective

    . Letters from Readers: Shared throughout to amplify community voices.

    Call-to-Action Panels: Join The Prism community, submit work, or support Poeaxtry_ via tips, all accessible via QR codes.

    Newsletter Early Access: Sign up via QR code to receive the next issue early.

    Differences from e-zines& ebooks :

    E-zines include a minimum of six interactive add-ons and hidden layers only visible after purchase or free download of a digital copy. The digital magazine is free, public-facing, and curated. Submissions are reviewed to fit the issue’s flow and ethos.

    This is a space to read, explore, and engage. Submissions, feedback, and tips are welcome. We don’t accept violent or discriminatory content.

    Get ready for our first issue. Free, quarterly, and made with care for indie voices and the creative community.

    Ebooks:

    50 plus poems written over a period of a few months, no theme, and some may include a playlist but that is it.

    ✍️ Free Publishing & Creator Support Through Poeaxtry_

    Poeaxtry_ was built on the belief that everyone deserves to be seen and heard. Instead, of just those who can afford to buy their way into visibility. Through The Prism, I offer free publishing opportunities for minorities and supportive allies… on a first-come, first-served basis. Access should never be a gatekeeping game.

    Each accepted project gets as much help as the creator needs: editing, formatting, layout design, covers, eBook setup, visual direction, listing on their store fronts, and a forever spot in our catalog linking to you’re store, website, whatever.

    If it makes your work shine, I have accomplished my goal. Some need a single pass of edits; others want to build the look from scratch. Either way, we work together until the final piece feels right. Like it’s theirs, not just an extension of mine.

    I’ll even handle the form designl if they’re unsure how to begin, or we can build it collaboratively step by step. There’s no wrong place to start, and no creative too small to deserve care and craft.

    Nothing about this process is paywalled. No one is ever charged for publishing, spotlighting, or showcasing their art, words, or anything else. Book spotlights, creator features, and collection highlights — all of it stays free for minority creatives always. I do have paid avenues and ways to continue.

    I don’t measure success by profit. I measure it by impact. If a creator I helped goes on to something bigger, that’s the whole point. I’ll never regret contributing to someone’s growth or seeing their art evolve beyond Poeaxtry_. That’s what this brand is built for. When I started my poet and publishing journey I decided ai wouldn’t come up without offering a hand to other minorities as well. I open doors, And I do not close them without reason.

    ☕ Supporting is Appreciated, Never Required

    Ko-fi and Buy Me a Coffee are simply there for anyone who wants to tip or offer support . It will never be a requirement for other marginalized individuals . This is especially for creatives in marginalized communities. Every free project, collab, and spotlight stays free, always. Support is welcome, not expected. On theme contributors will have at least But up to all submissions included in our community first collabs,

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  • The good die young- book spotlight.

    The good die young- book spotlight.

    Poetry that heals & reveals

    by: Shela brown.

    A good writer is one who pleases themselves.

    Every voice carries a story worth hearing. At Poeaxtry’s Poetry Prism. We shine a light on those stories. The raw, real, and resilient. Our Book Spotlights celebrate independent authors and poets who speak truth through art. Today, we’re honored to feature The Good Die Young by Shela Brown — a powerful, vulnerable collection that transforms pain into poetry and healing into art.

    The Good Die Young (TGDY) is a 91-page digital poetry collection and memoir, evoking raw, unfiltered emotion. These poems follow a young woman navigating heartbreak, identity, and the depths of mental health struggles—depression, anxiety, and PTSD.

    Through each verse, TGDY explores how innocence transforms, how pain shapes us, and how expression becomes survival. This project is more than poetry; it’s reflection, release, and rebirth. A right of passage and a pivotal part of the author’s healing journey.

    “The Good Die Young”
    KELSO volume- 2

    🛒 WHERE TO FIND THE GOOD DIE YOUNG:

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    💫 WHO IT’S FOR:

    For the art lovers. For the healers. For anyone who has ever felt deeply and quietly at once.

    For those still finding themselves after the storm. This is a safe space …soft, heavy, and honest.

    The Good Die Young reminds us that art is survival, and that writing can be a home for every emotion we’ve been told to silence.

    Through The Prism, we continue to uplift voices like Shela Brown’s . The voices that turn pain into power, and vulnerability into strength.

    If her story resonates with you, share it forward. Every share helps another poet, author, artist,or creative be seen. And another story be heard.

    I created Poeaxtry’s Poetry Prism because too many voices were told they weren’t enough. Either too soft, too loud, too different, too much. And I wanted to build a space where “too much” becomes exactly right.

    Every spotlight, every poem, every project under Poeaxtry_ exists to remind creators that their stories matter. The goal isn’t fame or followers … it’s community visibility, validation, and connection.

    I do this for the ones who never saw themselves on the shelf. For the ones who were told to edit out the truth. For the ones still healing, still creating, still daring to speak.

    Because when one of us is seen, we all shine brighter.

    — Axton, Founder of Poeaxtry_

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