Published Fiction

The following works, at current, stem from publications of DePauw University's A Midwestern Review. These works may be submitted to other publications by the book's own regulations, and showcase topics written on while at university.

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In The Downpour, Spring 2023

The following piece of creative fiction was written with the goal of reflecting abuse within familial households as torrential floods. This piece was requested to be published by Eli's Creative Writing thesis workshop class.

Their City, Fall 2022

The following piece of creative fiction was drafted upon reflection of Covid-19, specifically taken from the vantage point of a traveler of New York City. Elements reflect oppressiveness of abandoned dreams and suicide idolization, though neither of these points are expressively stated within the text.

Крушение, Fall 2022

The following piece of poetry was written on Russian Cosmonauts during the space race, specifically on the many undocumented flights that ended in failure. The formatting of the piece reflects the quick descent within the atmosphere, as each stanza burns up upon reentry.