phren-Z (pronounced fren-zee) is a quarterly online literary magazine dedicated to showcasing Santa Cruz writers.

Our Floodlight Features appear independent of our quarterly schedule and provide an in-depth look at individuals, topics, and events of interest to the local literary community.

phren-Z is a publication of Santa Cruz Writes, a grass roots organization dedicated to promoting the local literary community. Santa Cruz Writes is a sponsored project of the William James Association, a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation.