afflatus /əˈfleɪdəs/

uh-FLAY-tus | noun | a divine imparting of creative knowledge, power, or inspiration; the communication of supernatural or spiritual knowledge; divine creative impulse, inspiration.

apparatus /ˌæpəˈrædəs/

ap-uh-RAD-uhss | noun | the work of preparing; preparation, preparatory arrangement, array; the things collectively in which this preparation consists, and by which its processes are maintained; equipments, material, mechanism, machinery; material appendages or arrangements.

| further reading on A2 |

Afflatus Apparatus (A2) is not your average journal; it's a rebellious, indie sanctuary for language, art, and culture. As a new publication available both online and in print, A2 is a safe space for creatives seeking to share their work inspired by the boundless spectrum of human experience. We celebrate the avant-garde, the unconventional, and the unexpected, alongside established forms. A2 values emotionally intelligent and thought-provoking projects crafted with meticulous care.

| our ethos |

At A2, we believe in the power of the creative process. We're fascinated by the journey from the spark of an idea to its final form, and we want to explore this relationship deeply. Whether your work is complex or simple, if it tells a compelling story, it belongs here.