The theme of Exhale is wrapped in the idea of a release, a letting go, breathing out. An orgasm. We want compelling, well-crafted and imaginative stories that speak to the array of experiences where queerness, pleasure, and sensuality intertwine.…
Once upon a man
by Nomathemba Thafeni Sometimes he will be unkind to you, Say painful words, Make a fool of you. And when you think you have just had enough, He will come with pretty flowers, Kiss your beautiful lips. And the…
The H that stole your breath
by Zahraa’ Khaki When I was a little girl When I first tasted and savored The drops of my name – fine wine on My untried tongue Trying feverishly to twine around The elusive notes of Me I learnt…
Too much
by Zahraa’ Khaki That’s what you’ve told me I feel too much I want too much I ask too much I thirst too much And I need to be Lagom Not too little Not too much ‘A-de-quate’ Let me satisfy…
Victoria Falls
by Confidence Seleme +++Hurry up Buti, make it quick. I don’t have all night!” +++He was her sixth and final client for the evening. After this, she would hurry to her flat to take a long shower and try…