Thea Voutiritsas
Thea Voutiritsas is a Kansas City-based creative writer. In addition to her own blog, she is also a co-creator on The Semi-prose project, a collection of co-authored creative writing. On the side, she reviews manuscripts for poets and screenwriters.
10 Books to Look Forward to in 2021
A new year is a perfect excuse for a bookshelf refresh, and 2021 is serving up a whole slew of hot new collections to look forward to. If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve got the skinny on some
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day
As the chief spokesperson for nonviolent activism during the Civil Rights Movement, Martin Luther King Jr. is celebrated across the U.S. on the third Monday in January each year. He envisioned a world in which people were not judged by
Renewing Writing Prompts for January
It’s the start of a new year, which, for many of us, symbolizes a new beginning. If you’re ready for a fresh start in your poetry practice, we’ve selected eight renewing writing prompts for January. So sit back and let
8 January Poetry Releases to Refresh Your Bookshelf
Have you blown through your 2020 reading list? Don’t sweat it. The new year is the perfect excuse to refresh your bookshelf. This month, there’s no shortage of great books to add to your collection. If you’re looking for some
Writers’ Resolutions for 2021
The new year is officially here, which means writers all over the world are ready to begin a new chapter (literally and figuratively). If you’re looking to reach new heights in your writing, consider taking on one of these six
8 Poems for Hope and Acceptance in the New Year
2021 is just around the corner. While celebrations may look a little different this year, the opportunity to reflect and reset remains. For many of us, it will symbolize a new start. To help you start the new year off
6 Poems to Ground You
In the face of endless advertisements and increasing pressure to buy, buy, buy, it can be hard to stay focused on what makes the holidays truly special. While material objects are fun to give and receive, we certainly don’t want
6 Poems for Comfort in Trying Times
2020 has been a difficult year for many. Although the holiday season is branded as a time of joy, people across the globe will also be facing feelings of anxiety or grief. While it’s tempting to shut off our emotions
8 Holiday Poetry Prompts: Perspectives
It’s officially the holiday season, albeit it may look different this year. When bright lights and merry music fill the air, the feeling stirred inside each of us is unique. This is the perfect opportunity for an exercise in perspectives.
Poetry Pairings: Holiday Beverage Edition
Between Zoom reunions, weekends in, and a little extra time on our hands, 2020 has turned many of us into bartenders and bookworms. With the year coming to an end, we’ve got one last round of books and drinks to
6 Last-Minute Gifts for Poetry-Lovers
Down to the wire on your holiday shopping? Skip the shipping delays and bank-breaking presents with these six handmade gifts for poetry-lovers that’ll save you time and money. Infuse your homemade item with a little inspiration from your loved one’s
8 Poems for that Hygge Feeling
With winter weather knocking at many of our doors, it’s prime time to curl up with a favorite collection and a cozy blanket. Nothing beats the contentment and comfort we feel when snuggled up all safe and warm. And there’s