I wanted to write a few words in support of International Transgender Visibility Day! As a social worker interested in LGBTQIA+ issues and working in those spaces, I try promote issues relating to the trans experience in my practice. As a writer/reader, I appreciate stories such as ‘Julian is a Mermaid’ that show and validate… Continue reading International Transgender Day of Visibility
Author: Christos
I’ve been writing and thinking of stories since I started playing with toys, telling myself wondrous tales with ill-fitting figurines and using my books to represent houses and buildings my characters would explore. Naturally, I have been drawn to social work because I am interested in listening to peoples stories and exploring their identity.
There, We’re Whispers
‘There, We’re Whispers’ is expression of anxiety and shame, of what is left up to the readers interpretation. The first poem written included in the ‘Autumn, That Bastard’ poetry collection.
The Penelope Complex – What the Heck am I Rambling about? #6
In ‘The Penelope Complex’ I use the character from Homer’s Odyssey to draw comparisons and reflect on my own fidelity to the craft of writing and my own literary identity. You can check out the poem here before reading ahead! As promised in the author’s comments section, I will expand upon the River Nile and… Continue reading The Penelope Complex – What the Heck am I Rambling about? #6
Sneak Preview: Autumn, That Bastard Release Schedule
Release Schedule: Autumn, That Bastard First Half Left to Right Night-Time Colours Leviticus The Penelope Complex Authenticity When Winter is Expected For James Make sure you follow to stay up-to-date with future releases!
The Penelope Complex (Poem)
‘The Penelope Complex’ is about my fidelity to the craft of writing. Utilising the character from Homer’s epic, I explore how I have been challenged and enlightened by creative writing.
We Need to Address Racism – What Happened at Christchurch and to the Muslim Community
First thing, I would like to extend my thoughts and support to the Muslim/Islamic community and towards our global friends in New Zealand. If anyone needs some support after this event, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your local support services. I also extend this post as an invitation for anyone affected to message me on my social media or email if they need to discuss what happened.
Happy International Women’s Day from Christoast!
Today is International Women’s Day! I want to take the time to mention some of the positive women who have influenced my life! First would have to be my mother: Most of my values of just being a good human being and respecting other people have come from her. She is a sweet, fierce, kind,… Continue reading Happy International Women’s Day from Christoast!
You’re a Feminist but you just don’t know it yet!
Feminism as a movement has always and will continue to be about getting equality for women and advocate for the same rights and decency that men experience. Although some people think ‘Egalitarianism’ is a good word to describe it, feminism focuses on gender usually (without going too deep).
When Winter Is Expected – What the Heck am I Rambling about? #5
“When Winter is Expected” is the poem where it all (conceptually speaking) began for the ‘Autumn, That Bastard’ collection. I wrote this poem after my dog, Lilly, passed away. The poem is a reflection of both her and myself in the Autumn that is ageing and time.
When Winter is Expected (Poem)
“When Winter is Expected” is the poem where it all (conceptually speaking) began for the ‘Autumn, That Bastard’ collection. I wrote this poem after my dog, Lilly, passed away. The poem is a reflection of both her and myself in the Autumn that is ageing and time.
Christos Floratos 