Dear Readers,
Merriam-Webster defines ampersand as a “character that is used for the word and.” Ampersand, as a whole, is the epitome of the definition, compiling artists, writers, and photographers in a non-discriminant platform that stems beyond the mere borders of such a symbol. Ampersand is the home of young, innovative minds and quirky mannerisms, a breeding ground for creativity, ingenuity, and originality. As you make your way through the various creations of such inventive minds, perhaps you will also become one of Ampersand. Each individual piece of poetry, prose, and art is simply a facet of who we are as Ampersand, and you can be the next voice included in the legacy. We are Ampersand, and you are, too.