Waterstoning Journal
A literary and arts journal rooted in quiet strength, slow creation, and transformation. Publishing poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, screenwriting, and visual art from emerging voices.
Waterstoning Journal
A Creative Space for Writers, Artists and Other Voices
Waterstoning is a student run journal at the University of Southern California that publishes poetry, prose, art, and screenplays. We aim to publish works that leave a lasting effect on its readers similar to water shaping stone over time.
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My Eyes are Good at Squinting by Makoto Kata
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March 30, 2026
My Eyes are Good at Squinting by Makoto Kata my...
At the pier, waiting for apologies by Isha Mital
by TWD_Coding
February 23, 2026
Where not even shadows remainOf the ships that have sailedYet...
Ripples – Short works and podcasts between issues
The Echos Of Dusk
Short Fiction
Reflection on Stillness
Essay
Podcast Episodes
The Creative Journey
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Contact the editors of Waterstoning Journal with questions about submissions, issues, or collaborations. We welcome inquiries from writers, artists, as well as members of the USC Community. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can.