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June 22nd, 2020

In the Mountains by Kathleen Frank
June 19th, 2020

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Cover of io literary journal's first volume
This inaugural issue focuses on an array of universal themes such as race, motherhood, and loss. Rather than catering to one overarching theme, volume one showcases the experiences of many diverse individuals.
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Genres include
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  • fiction
  • poetry
  • experimental
  • flash fiction
  • personal/narrative essay
  • creative nonfiction
  • literary criticism
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  • 50 contributors of diverse backgrounds
  • 42 writers & 8 artists
  • 65 stories
  • ​Made with hope, sweat, and coffee (lots of it)

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    • In Support of Black Lives and Voices: How You Can Help
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