4 Trending Poetry Accounts You Should Follow on TikTok
TikTok has taken over as one of the world’s favorite social media platforms. The app boasts more than 800 million users, and these visitors spend more time on the app than on similar platforms. In fact, TikTok users typically devote
24 Heartfelt Poetry Prompts for February
February is in full swing, which means lots of fresh poetry prompts that explore love, loss, and an appreciation of the journey our lives take us on. Get out your pen and paper (or laptop), and let’s dive into some
5 Galentine’s Poems To Show Your Gals How Special They Are To You
While romantic love gets a lot of attention in February, there is another love that runs deep and is deserving of recognition as well: the love for our dearest friends—or, as coined by Leslie Knope of Parks and Recreation, our
How to Select Artwork for Your Poetry Book
Selecting artwork for your chapbook or book is one of the most rewarding and exciting aspects of the publishing process. When deciding on cover art, you are searching for the right image, photo, or illustration that captures the essence of
4 Poetry Titles Honored in the 2020 National Jewish Book Awards
Content warning: Some of the books honored in the National Jewish Book Awards contain themes of suicide and trauma. This is briefly noted in the article. Judaism and poetry have long possessed a special connection. The faith system is known for
Literary City Spotlight: 6 Independent Bookstores to Visit in Denver
Denver, Colorado stands out as a haven for artists and writers of all kinds. With mountainous views, snowy weather, and tons of arts and culture sites, Denver offers both opportunities for picturesque, indoor reflection and vibrant exploration. Along with its
8 Literary Journals for New Writers
Submitting your work to literary magazines can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before. Maybe you’re wondering how to write a cover letter, or how to keep track of your poetry submissions, or even what the basics of
Active Poetry: 4 Poetry and Workout Pairings
Workouts and poetry may have more in common than you think. Both poetry and physical activity claim rhythm as a key influence, and both depend on personal flair (just as no one else dunks a basketball like LeBron James, no
Well Beings Studio: On a Mission to Bring Healing Through Poetry
I recently had the honor of meeting a woman named Sharon Frances, the Executive Artistic Director at Well Beings Studio. Well Beings Studio is on a mission to provide arts-based resources to children and their families as they navigate through
9 of the Most Anticipated Collections by Black Poets
There is a strong history of Black poetry in American literature, but we can’t celebrate the great works of the past without also looking to the future. To highlight some of the most prominent and exciting contemporary voices of our
8 February Poetry Releases To Be Excited About
Despite being the shortest month of the year, February brings us a full list of new poetry collections to look forward to. From laugh-out-loud funny to intensely introspective, this month’s roundup runs the emotional gamut. Get ready to feel all