July’s Hottest Poetry Releases
Your summer reading list just got a whole lot cooler with these eight hot-off-the-press poetry collections. July is delivering collections from new poets as well as a few seasoned voices. From timely commentary on current events to deep self-reflection and
Cooking and Poetry: 3 Poems to Ignite Your Appetite
The sensuous connection between literature and food has been featured in books such as the romantic classic Like Water for Chocolate and the verse collection The Hungry Ear: Poems of Food and Drink, edited by Kevin Young. The descriptive and visual
Poetry Pairings: Iconic Album Edition
Much like poetry collections, the best studio albums are created and organized with intent. They have a grounding theme and unique perspective that challenges readers and listeners to analyze their own lives, experiences, and points of view. To complement some
Stanzas for Social Change: 4 Movements Poetry Helped Shape
Poetry has long served as a tool for social justice. At Read Poetry, we’ve celebrated poetry’s powerful impact on Black Lives Matter, reproductive rights, and queer rights. Today’s poets regularly take inspiration from modern headlines—from the #MeToo movement to the
3 Poems About Health Care Workers in the Time of Coronavirus
In 2020, we’ve seen how the coronavirus pandemic has become a health crisis throughout the world. Nearly every country has dealt with this crisis, and right now, the United States is the global leader in cases, according to CNN. States
The Ongoing Epic: 5 Modern-Day Epics Reimagine the Tradition
Mention epic poetry and the ancient bards most likely spring to mind first: Homer, Virgil, and the mysterious, unknown author of Beowulf. Despite its increasingly rare presence in today’s poetry scene, epic poetry doesn’t have to be forsaken. Simply put,
Araceli Ream and the Importance of Fighting for Romance in Relationships
For this month’s spotlight, I want to do something a little different; I want to highlight love and relationships. Araceli Ream, our featured poet, says that romance is the number one topic she seeks to share in her poetry. When asked
Sidewalk Poetry: What it is and how to do it
Literature and public art come together to beautify the outdoors in the form of sidewalk poetry. What is it, exactly? Well, it’s pretty simple. Sidewalk poetry is poetry found along sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, or other outdoor and public or