The Linnet's Wings Magazine

Love lingers beyond the grave in this haunting tale of an Irish wake. As mourners gather around Liam’s coffin, sharing drink, music, and memories, a priest sings She Moved Through the Fair—Liam’s favorite tune.

My Dead Love Came In is a story of grief and laughter, loss and longing. Set against the backdrop of a windswept fishing village, this tale captures the unbreakable bond between the departed and those they leave behind.

🎧 Listen now and step into the firelit shadows of a wake where the past dances with the present.

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Before but, the world was flat—a sentence held its breath, a thought stood still. But is a hinge, a crack in certainty… the wind in a still room… the sound of a footstep behind you. It is where words begin to run, where the sky folds inward, where breath replaces ink.

Cloud News explores the liminal spaces between past and present, between what was and what might be. Each episode drifts through poetic landscapes, bending light, bending time, listening to echoes before they are spoken. Here, prime numbers plant strophes, words slip between clouds, and memory carries whispers from the future.

The sky is written twice—once in light, once in shadow. What do you remember that hasn’t happened yet?

🎙 A reading from The Linnet’s Wings Magazine. For more poetry, prose, and creative nonfiction, visit www.thelinnetswings.org.

A Story of Unfinished Thoughts & Hidden Doors

In this episode of Apple Beth & Friends, a peculiar encounter unfolds. When Apple Beth notices something missing—not a word, not a sentence, but a space between them—she finds herself face to face with Mr. Gent, a mysterious traveler in time and thought.

He arrives not with answers, but with a question:
"Do you want it back?"

What follows is a micro story of lost ideas, hidden doors, and the spaces between words—where thoughts slip away before they can be caught and time folds into the quiet places we forget to notice.

Follow the thought.

Listen now & subscribe for more whimsical adventures with Apple Beth and Friends!

In this evocative poem, Sergei Yesenin expresses a poignant longing for his mother, with vivid imagery and emotional depth. Translated by Russell Bittner, A Letter to My Mother captures Yesenin’s nostalgia, remorse, and deep affection, blending tender memories with the reality of time and separation—something that any mother, particularly those in wartorn situations, can deeply relate to.

Next to Rock by Susan Isla Tepper unfolds in quiet, haunting rhythm.

Like poetry, some microfiction lingers in the spaces between words, shaping its world in rhythm and restraint Brought to you by The Linnet’s Wings, this piece is a meditation on distance, darkness, and the weight of the unseen. Settle in, listen, and let the story take hold.

In the hush of a winter morning, love lingers in the crisp air, as snow drapes the Grand Canyon in quiet wonder. Memory of a Winter’s Day by Ann Walters is a reflection on a fleeting yet unforgettable moment—where time slows, and each snowflake, each breath, becomes a part of something timeless. Listen in and let this gentle, evocative poem transport you to a world of stillness, love, and winter’s quiet magic.

Bright Sparks was published up to our 'Word Architect' magazine ...Some lights are small, yet they change the world. Some voices are new, yet they teach us more than we ever knew. Bright Sparks is a celebration of childhood wonder—of the little souls who land in our world like stardust, asking questions that remind us to look up, to listen, and to dream.

Through their laughter and curiosity, they leave a mark—shaping the future as they dance through the present. This poem is for them. For the ones who remind us how vast and beautiful the simplest moments can be.

🎙 Narrated by Apple Beth | 2025

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Some moments are never spoken. Some truths rest in silence, drifting beneath the surface, waiting to be felt rather than told. The Pieces the Soul Knows is a quiet meditation on the echoes of choice, the weight of unspoken words, and the delicate balance of time and healing.

Listen closely—perhaps your soul already knows these pieces too.

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✨ No Such Thing as a Free Tea? 🍵

“Like Tick Tock Chekhov?” Apple Beth mused as she peered over her teacup. “I made that one up!”

Welcome to The Linnet’s Wings Magazine's Daily Poem, where words dance, rhyme flows, and a moment of verse awaits you each day. From timeless reflections to playful musings, each piece is a sip of inspiration—best enjoyed with a cup of something warm.

Tune in daily and let poetry find you! 🕊️🎶

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In today's segment, we delve into a moment that unfolds in the simplest of settings—a backyard scene between a cat and a mouse, reminiscent of a real-life Tom and Jerry sketch. As Mari takes a break from her editing work, she witnesses a whirlwind chase around a rain barrel that turns her coffee break into an unexpected spectacle of nature's play. The poem, weaves tension and tranquility through its lines; capturing the essence of the chase it explores how everyday observations can transform into artistic and even fun expressions. Stay tuned, and let's find inspiration in the world around us, one picture at a time.