Keep It Short
In celebration of National Poetry Month, we focus the April issue on an exploration of short forms in all their variety—short articles, letters, humor, odes, compact poems, and a long piece voiced through the menacing persona of Rasputin. Our feature shows how prompts spark short stories, with three vivid examples. And don’t miss the odds and ends waiting in the Observer. Brief pieces, bold tones.
My New Year’s Resolutions
— Robert Strozier
Caught in the Act
— Victoria Dym
Two Odes
— Judith Patterson
Mad Rasputin
— Nick Graves
Features
How a Writing Prompt Encourages Writing
— Liesse Chable
Headline News
– Marcy Paintner
A Glorious Challenge
– Rose Matuszny
I Will Still Love You
– John Milton Bunch
The Observer
Odds and Ends
Sniffles
— Russ Hochstetler
Letters to the Editor
The OLLI Sketchbook
Introducing the OLLI Connects
Content Management Hub
We’re always open to new ideas — especially the ones that come from lived experience, curiosity, and the perspective that only seasoned adults can bring. If you’ve ever thought about trying something new, this is the place to explore it. Whether it’s a recurring feature, a column, or a one‑time experiment, we welcome fresh angles and creative surprises from our writers. Visit the hub or contact us at connectsolli25@gmail.com.
