English Department

The Sable Quill- MSU's Literary Magazine

Editorial Notes:

One of the truths of art is its immeasurable capacity to nourish the spirit; by harvesting life’s experiences, and extracting from them that which makes living more meaningful. In art, new worlds are constructed piece by piece, and as we mentally inhabit its spaces, we expand our understanding of what it means to be human. Art feeds the mind and spirit, and as we partake of its sustenance, we transcend our physical existence.

It is with this philosophy in mind, that we welcome you to this double issue of Sable Quill. We invite you to enter into its pages. Experience the pleasure of feasting on the provocative creations proudly displayed before you. Infused with the boundless flavor of life, and courageously spiced with a refreshing honesty, these works reflect the rich tapestry that is the human condition.

Begin your journey through Sable Quill with eager anticipation! Its pages are filled with the unique opportunity to explore a bountiful variety of artistic expression. We are confident that as you take in each work, you will find yourself relishing the bold reflections of human experience, and savoring the lush imagery you encounter. Readers, open your hearts and minds, and prepare yourself for a most satisfying adventure!

---Lovenia Leapart and Ainehi Edoro ---

Advisor’s Notes

I salute the editorial and design staff, the wonderful contributors, and all those who made this double issue of Sable Quill possible.

This issue is dedicated to the beloved persons who have departed from us, among them-- Gwendolyn
Chambers, Frank Coffey, Louis Jones, Ruth Bond Micken, Sylvia Saunders, and Renatta Gabrielle Sheffey-Strong.

In memory of Professor Saunders, we have included selections from the 1996 issue of the Sable Quill which she supervised. Those works are marked with an asterisk.

We look forward to your response to this book of dreams. Please write us at msusablequill@yahoo.com

We would like to thank:

Dr. Burney J. Hollis, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts;
Dr. Kara M. Turner, Assistant Dean of the College of Liberal Arts
Dr. Brenda Lorick, Interim Assistant Dean of the College of Liberal Arts
Dr. Dolan Hubbard, Chairperson, Dept. of English and Language Arts
The Department of English and Language Arts Faculty and Staff
Prof. Kenneth Royster, Coordinator, Department of Art
Prof. Blaise DePaulo
Prof. Patrick F. McGuire

Special thanks to:

Joe Ford
The Department of Art Faculty and Staff
Ms. Vivian G. Ryan, Coordinator, Student Activities
Ms. Joyce M. Dyson, Manager, University Print Shop and all the writers and artists who submitted work.

It is the policy of Morgan State University that all employees and students should be able to enjoy and work in an educational environment free from discrimination. Discrimination against any person or group of persons on the basis of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability is prohibited by this policy. Any employee, student, student organization, or person privileged to work or study at Morgan State University who violates this policy will be subjected to disciplinary action up to and including permanent exclusion from the University.

Sable Quill is produced by:

The Department of English and Language Arts
Morgan State University
202 Holmes Hall
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21251
(443) 885-3165
http://www.morgan.edu/english

and published byThe College of Liberal Arts

Pages (in .PDF format)

Authors and Artists

Authors

Artists

Annika Romeyn- 32, 71, 140
Ashley Haley- Front and back inside covers
Danyett Tucker- 10, 17
Jessica Brown- 41 (left)
Jamal Thorne- 31, 66
Perry Sweeper- 4, 39
Raheim Myers- 21,35, 39, 59, 122
Sancha Mcgee- 6, 40, 112, 125, 136
Terry Plater- 41 (right), 123