By Deidra Brown | Observer Contributor
Photo by Tom Hill Jr.
A Certain Slant, spring 2017 edition, is a literary magazine that features original poetry, prose, and artwork of many MWCC students. During the process of creating each yearly edition, any student is welcome to submit their work to Michelle Valois, the faculty advisor.
The artwork featured on the front and back covers, created by Kyle Johnson, is what caught my attention immediately. The vibrant colors and unique design were captivating. Upon receiving the magazine, I quickly brushed my hand across the front of the magazine due to the three-dimensional illusion created by the cover art.
Free copies of the magazine were available to students who attended the Open Mic and Pizza Party that was held on April 25 and they remain free to students in the library as long as supplies last.
I enjoyed the Table of Contents starting on page 4 of the magazine. It gives the reader a preview and made it easier when looking for a specific piece. There was a wide variety of selections within the magazine, giving the reader many options.
The diverse plots and story-lines of the work in the magazine was an interesting aspect as well. The fact that every piece was different and did not follow a common theme made me want to keep reading.
My favorite piece from A Certain Slant was “A Hummingbird Handful,” a short story written by Michelle Walsky on page 76. Although quite short, I enjoyed the plot and the deeper message Walsky made known to her readers at the end of the story.
The physical magazine was of excellent quality. The print was a perfect reading size, and the headings and student’s names were clearly distinguished. A Certain Slant was a success in my opinion, and I am looking forward to the next edition.
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