6 Questions With Dear Girl Author Aija Mayrock
Poet Aija Mayrock boasts 250 thousand followers on Instagram, where she posts powerful spoken word videos and written poems about the fierce feminine spirit and women’s empowerment. Mayrock builds on this following in the resilient and bold Dear Girl, a
Can Poetry Improve Your Relationship With Your Parents?
In a previous article, I discussed the benefits of reading poetry with your child. Poetry can give parents the opportunity to help nurture their children’s imagination while encouraging their intellectual growth and emotional intelligence. These are skills we carry with
3 Poems to Promote Your Intuition
Intuition is a mysterious and elusive experience that is often difficult to describe, and that’s one of the reasons it has captivated the interest of many writers, poets, and yogis throughout the ages. The singer Jewel wrote a song about
Poems for a Pandemic From Our Poetry Community
As the pandemic progresses month after month, people are left feeling the isolating aftermath of it all. With the chaos surrounding us, I have found comfort speaking to others in the poetry community. So many of us are trying to make
4 Poems for Enneagram Threes
If you don’t know what number you are on the Enneagram and would like to find out before reading, check out this free test to get you started. Enneagram Threes are known as The Achievers. They seek success in everything they
5 Poetic Plays for Poetry and Theatre Lovers
Poetry and theater have a longstanding love affair, from Shakespeare’s historic work in iambic pentameter to contemporary expressions of verse drama. Making the most of rhythmic speech and playful techniques like rhyme and repetition, poetry is a popular tool among
7 Ways to Celebrate Poet’s Day in 2020
A day dedicated to the crafters of poetry, Poet’s Day is celebrated each year on Aug. 21. While observances like World Poetry Day are designed to celebrate the art itself, Poet’s Day is the perfect opportunity to shed some light
New Beginnings: 4 Forward-Thinking Poems for the Start of the School Year
The start of the school year represents many different feelings, fears, and first experiences. It offers opportunities to meet new friends, explore passions, and fully indulge in the thrill of learning. With many personalized schooling plans popping up to accommodate
7 Poetry Contests to Enter This Fall
Fall is the perfect time to submit your work to poetry contests. Editors are fresh from the summer break, as most literary magazines resume reading in the fall, and contests where you can submit your book, chapbook, or poems are
The Role of Body Neutrality in Poetry
The relationship between people and their bodies is often complicated. Early experiences, internal emotions, societal pressures, and many other factors may contribute to our body image. Movements like body positivity and body neutrality can help us understand and unpack some
10 Featured Poems about Love and Vulnerability from The Poetry Bandit
Jon Lupin, also known as The Poetry Bandit, is a poet from Vancouver whose writing is sure to resonate with readers. He is an authentic storyteller who pens his poetic works with wisdom and wit, sharing his experiences in an
