Volume 25 Issue 1

Abstract

This issue of Nebo: A Literary Journal, published in Spring 2010, is a reflection of editor Brooke Hobby’s vision for engaging, contemporary literature. The issue, archived as Volume 25, Issue 1, corresponds to the print edition labeled Volume 28, Issue 2. Due to necessary metadata adjustments in the digital archiving process, some volume and issue numbers in the online collection may not match those printed in the original journals. In her editor’s note, Hobby expresses her desire to move away from the great literature of the past and focus on the stories and poetry of contemporary voices. She emphasizes the need for writing that sticks in the reader’s mind, compelling them to keep turning the pages rather than setting the book aside. This issue highlights a range of works that blend fantasy, mythology, science fiction, and surrealist storytelling, appealing to modern readers with a taste for the extraordinary. Key highlights include: Play Setup by Jodi Bell, a unique take on narrative structure and audience engagement. Scenes by Jaime Bell, an experimental poetic work that blurs the lines between memory and reality. The Snowmen Dance by Jim Todd, a haunting piece that explores existence, impermanence, and celestial judgment. Dark Times by Arlie Bradbury, an excerpt from a novel-in-progress that delves into imprisonment, identity, and the unknown. The Foundling Philosopher by M.A. Moreno, a speculative fiction piece exploring the fate of an alien child discovered by an unfamiliar society. With a diverse range of speculative works, surreal narratives, and thought-provoking poetry, this issue of Nebo champions the voices of contemporary writers who push the boundaries of storytelling