Murmurations

24/08/2021

A solemn look back at the times of blossoming love, 'I hope you're happy' by Linda M. Crate is now available for your reading pleasure!

‘look into my eyes, and I’ll turn you to stone’ ‘I hope you’re happy’ is an angry little poem by Linda M. Crate.

23/08/2021

A plumber and a scheming princess walk into a palace...

If it sounds like a comical hallucinatory joke that you might enjoy, make sure to check out the story 'Mushroom Gothic', up on our website now!

Enjoy a wondrous short story by Jonathan Macho. ‘I should’ve known it was too good to be true. How I, a humble, hard-working plumber from the Bronx, thought I could marry a princess, God only…

23/08/2021

In an earlier post, we've discovered the nurturing ways of Claire's art. Today, we're taking a deeper dive into the healing waters of what inspires her as an artist, and how she shares that inspiration and healing with others.

By Claire Hennessy As a fine art student, I have always felt inspired to create works of art that convey emotions and ideas that cannot easily be expressed in words. My artwork has always been a wa…

13/08/2021

The solemn, celestial poem titled "A Star", submitted by Hayden Thomas Eldridge, can be found on our website!

What about you, beloved reader? Do you have a star as well?

‘Is that a star? It flickers like it isn’t’ In this wonderfully calm and longing poem Hayden Thomas Eldridge makes us all look up into the night and into ourselves.

02/08/2021

New issue, new recommendations, new opportunities to look out for titles that captivate and pull you towards endless reverie in torrid summer afternoons:

By Alysia Jackson Sunday 25th July Issue 2 of the Murmurations magazine is upon us and with that comes more reviews galore! For this week’s post I have decided to share with you some of my recent r…

02/08/2021

Inspired by Gaia's wondrous subjects, Claire Hennessy is unleashing the healing surge and regenerative symbolism of Nature through her art, featured now on our blog!

Claire Hennessy is a young artist from Dagenham, currently studying fine art in Aberystwyth. Mental health struggles turned Claire to look at the natural world as a release, and as such her work of…

28/07/2021

CALLING EVERY WRITER, ARTIST, KNAVE, LORD AND DAME.

As we're catching wind in our sails (or wings, rather) for the Second Issue, we find ourselves on a wild quest for more material that we are willing to share with our beloved readers!

If you are being eaten from within by a WILD desire to express, to share creative work with us, then we are more than happy to spread it across the lands in the Murmurations' flight

25/07/2021

Crawling our way out of the haze of the First Issue, Kyerra Grasedyck's experimental (and very tactile) poem is now available for everyone's enjoyment!

This experimental poem by Kyerra Grasedyck takes you places. Enjoy! ‘Light a firebreak deep in my cork’

13/07/2021

AAAAAND IT'S A WRAP! Places, ladies and gentlemen, places.

Following all of our content so far, the Murmurations team was able to compile our FIRST EVER issue, for your viewing pleasure. Whenever you need a dose of art, laughter, joy, tears, film, existential dread, turtles, psychosexual verse or tasty recipes, you can browse Issue #1, up on our site now!

Special thanks to the many beautiful souls that have been with us from the beginning, and a gentle, feathered caress on the back of every starling that is part of Murmurations!

It’s a wrap. Issue 1 is complete! You can check it out here Issue 1 (May/June 2021)

26/06/2021

"What's inside?" - do you dare to open the link and find out, dear reader? Boasting incredible anatomical detail and humour that will take over your guts, Damon Moneyy and his new poem seek to twist your skin to hilariously-incredible degrees!

There’s a Tapeworm in my stomach From my guts he’s weaved a hammock.

14/06/2021

Escapism, addiction, drugs, and an electrifying plot all come together in 'My Zelda', our new short story submission!

Check out the article for an enchanting reading of the story, by none other than the author herself, Gracie Eland:

‘“I’m not interested in a sleeping pill,” Zelda said, her arms crossed. “It won’t take you to sleep,” the dealer said, holding the pill up to the light for all the guests to see.’…

08/06/2021

Alexandru Tilici takes a short dive into the life, torments, and verses of one of the most influential female poets to have ever graced not just Russia, but the entire world.

Enjoy the read and stick around at the end of the article for a list of recommendations on Akhmatova's books and best translated versions of her soulful poetry:

‘This is how Anna Akhmatova was set to become one of the greatest voices in Russian literature: by being faced with adversity, and a torrent of misery that never seemed to end.’

05/06/2021

Dive into the depths of despair-- Kyerra Grasedyck is generous enough to share with us not just one, but TWO frothing poems. Ebb and tide, reader, enjoy them while they last!;)

Kyerra Grasedyck’s delicate words lead us deep into a moment in time and paint a picture of an element that can be both loved and hated

01/06/2021

Music is all around us! Tune into the cosmic frequencies of the natural world with Isaac's article, full of tunes that were born out of the most primal states our world has ever known:

It opens with a rumble, turning to a roar, first you are transformed exploded into an otherworldly space, underground …. underwater? Where am I? These are the questions you ask yourself when …

31/05/2021

Enjoy this week's poem, filled to the brim with mystique and verses that truly sting - courtesy of Damon Moneyy

Where has Tommy gone? ‘Missing Child’ is another wonderful poem by Damon Money

28/05/2021

TURN IT LOUDER!! Our new article features an insight into the musical tastes and recommendations of our team, as well as tons of sweet sounds that you surely don't want to miss out on:

By Alysia Jackson Wednesday 26th May With a new week comes a new question to ask the Murmurations team and this time it’s music. So, get ready to read all about what we have been listening to…

22/05/2021

Alexandru Tilić shares a ‘Reverie of Innocence’ that will guide you deep into a single moment of anticipation and lust. With an enticing voice and well-timed humour, this reading is sure to satisfy:

‘If you want, I can be gentle, I can be the bow’

21/05/2021

Foodie or not, Alysia's new culinary article will appease even the most pretentious of readers. Dive into this treat - and bon appetit!

By Alysia Jackson Wednesday 19th May For this week I decided to ask our team about their favourite meals and snacks – because who doesn’t like food? We have some fun answers in store fo…

18/05/2021

In line with Kyerra's wondrous poem, Alysia wrote an article with a few tips that may just help you maintain your sanity. Go ahead and read, treat yourself!

By Alysia Jackson Sunday 16th May I know what you’re probably thinking, that I’m going to sit here and become all preachy about how to live your life – don’t worry I’m…

14/05/2021

Rediscover hope and the fine art of living, with Kyerra Grasedyck's poem for this week!

This Friday, Kyerra makes us all reconsider the way we see the world with her poem ‘The Joy of Life’

13/05/2021

This week, Murmurations is joined by the multi-talented and prolific Emily McFarling Bohórquez. She is an artist and activist from the Galapagos Islands, currently living in Aberystwyth.

13/05/2021

By Alysia Jackson – Wednesday 12th May This week I decided to ask our creators what they have currently been watching and we had a great mix of responses from them! From youtube to Netflix se…

12/05/2021

Grimdark and wholesome, bitter and sweet. From YouTube series to L*D hellscapes - no matter your cravings, our new article on "What are we currently watching?" has surely got you covered!

By Alysia Jackson – Wednesday 12th May This week I decided to ask our creators what they have currently been watching and we had a great mix of responses from them! From youtube to Netflix se…

11/05/2021

“If I can help people with my art it makes it more enjoyable”

Our new artist interview features prolific artist and activist, Emily McFarling Bohórquez. Invited to share the exotic energy of her work with us, Emily speaks about what motivates her to go forward, as well as her hopes for a brighter future.

This week, Murmurations is joined by the multi-talented and prolific Emily McFarling Bohórquez. She is an artist and activist from the Galapagos Islands, currently living in Aberystwyth.

10/05/2021

Kate, our lifestyle editor, has some /VERY/ helpful tips about how to ease some of that post-graduation existential crisis. Be sure to check out our newly published article, specifically coming to the aid of every student who will graduate soon, has already graduated, or simply likes being a few steps ahead!

By Kate Wilson Now, if you’re anything like me, you are currently obsessing about having to compete with all the other graduates of your class for a career. Luckily, I have come up with a lis…

07/05/2021

Damon Money debuts in our magazine with a fervid poem about longing and intensity. Make sure to check out BOTH his beautiful verses AND his hypnotic reading of the poem, up on our website now!

‘You’re good at it this is how she convinced me’ This Friday, we present you a poem by Damon Money about art and unrequited love.

06/05/2021

Alysia Jackson – Wednesday 5th May So, for our magazine’s first week out in the world I decided to ask the people behind Murmurations a bit more about themselves, namely what they are c…

05/05/2021

'The raunchy relationship between a professor and student leaves a few delicious details to the imagination… we have all been there.'

We are BACK! In our first collective review article, the team behind Murmurations shares its literary tastes with the world. From psychological horror to romance and fantasy fiction, whether you are looking for new titles to read or simply want to judge us, this is the article for you 👀

Alysia Jackson – Wednesday 5th May So, for our magazine’s first week out in the world I decided to ask the people behind Murmurations a bit more about themselves, namely what they are c…

03/05/2021

Spring is in full bloom, just like our magazine!

Our FIRST ever article is live now, premiering an interview with Aberystwyth-based artist and student Antonia Schubert. To the delight of all art lovers and enthusiasts, Antonia talks to us about the creative process, inspiration, and most importantly, adorable sea critters 🐢

In our magazine’s premiere interview, I spoke with Aberystwyth based artist and student, Antonia Schubert. We chatted in detail about six of her recent prints. Our conversation ranged across …