The Veddas

by Daniel Emmerson, Poland The young boy grappled patiently with the hem of my trouser leg. The sweltering heat was forever present as my milky shins greeted the light of day behind their mask of rugged denim. It was then that I realised what all the shouting had been about. I was sitting on a rock in the middle of the Mahayangana jungle, Sri Lanka, surrounded by tribesmen as a brave young boy peeled land leeches from my skin. His head bobbed up and down as to inspect the condition... Read More

One Of Our Agents

illustration by Theo Ellsworth on an image of Ben Wilson by Sam Kulla Illustrator & graphic novelist Theo Ellsworth submitted this rendition of a portrait of drunkboarder Ben Wilson the other day.  If you have a great idea for a High Contrast Review ad, or a portrait of an other agent, please send it to us.  In the mean time, check out more of Theo’s work and writing at his brand spankin’ new website, the Thought Cloud Factory.  Read More

Fuerza Bruta Series #3 of 3

by Denis Shapira Wajman Denis Schapira Wajman is from Sao Paolo, Brasil.  He is presently taking a year to photograph and tour Asia before finishing med school, he does not like soup, and is available for commissions.  Email him at denis@wajman.com.br.  Read More

Beginning

by Amanda Boekelheide Nothing answered back. Cold wind dropping down. A singular leaf on a winter tree. Clockwork set to the rhythm of each other’s hearts. They never knew a moment of alone. Three people holding hands wearing full length coats. It begins in the garden of an old stone house. The air is warm and causes a lightness or joy or expectation to be expressed in our steps.  A stone bridge.  Small. We cross the river together. A blue door, a blue car, and a woman in... Read More

An Indy Writer’s Explanation

by Claude Alick Editor’s Note: This is the second in a three part series on Claude Alick’s work, philosophy of independent publishing, and life history.  His most recent book, Dancing With The Yumawalli, is available through bookstores everywhere. I’m the fifth of twelve children born by Anzilla Augustine.  I grew up in a small village called Jean Anglais, just up over Saint George’s, on the Caribbean island of Grenada.  Coming from such a large family,... Read More

Fuerza Bruta Series #2 of 3

photo by Denis Shapira Wajman Denis Schapira Wajman is from Sao Paolo, Brasil.  He is presently taking a year to photograph and tour Asia before finishing med school, he does not like soup, and is available for commissions.  Email him at denis@wajman.com.br.  Read More