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
Poets for a Cause: Ashley Sapp Details Her Experience with ECT Through Her Poetry
TW: mental disorders, suicidal thoughts Disclaimer: This article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing
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
Ashley Jane describes Life with Lupus through Poetry
In a previous post, I began a series of articles that will feature the work of poets with chronic illness. The first piece featured poems by Rina Bloom that raise awareness about what it is like to live with lupus. I
Poet Tanya Markul Talks Process, Passion, and Healing
With a focus on understanding and healing the pain within, Tanya Markul’s work is equal parts poetry, magic, and medicine. Her first collection, The She Book, was released in 2017. Praised as both tender and fierce, the collection encourages readers
Seven Questions with Artistic Entrepreneur Hiral Patadia
Artist and writer Hiral Patadia, founder of the platform POP by hiral, takes a unique approach to poetry. Through her website, her wide array of products (from wall art to phone cases), and her partnership with Swarovski, Patadia showcases how
Poets for a Cause Spotlight: Andrew Crawford Discusses Mental Health Through His Poetry
My initial goal with the “Poets for a Cause” spotlight articles was to showcase poets with passions for shedding light on a variety of important topics such as mental health, chronic illness, domestic violence, female empowerment, childhood cancer, trauma, and
Poets and their Pets: featuring Wilder and Sparrow
I love spending time talking to poets about the people and passions that inspire their poems. But, what about the furry friends that support the writing process and inspire us in ways of their own? So many writers have pets that
Poets for a Cause: Raquel Franco and Female Empowerment
It is my pleasure to bring you poet spotlights every month from writers who are passionate about shedding light on important topics such as mental health awareness, chronic illness, trauma, domestic violence, widowhood, childhood cancer, and self-love. Today, I got
Renaada Williams on boundaries, success, and self-love
Bestselling poetry and self-help author Renaada Williams carved her name into the poetry scene with her first collection, fluid., in June 2018. Her tender but empowering analysis of growth, change, and healing carried through in her next book, an interactive
Examining Love in the Rear-View: An Interview with Emily E. Dalton
Spurred by a dare, a kiss between two college friends sets in motion a story that is equal parts romance and coming-of-age. Gender, sexuality, and societal expectations fall under the microscope as Be Straight With Me (available May 19) splices
Poet Simi K. Rao Explores the complexities of womanhood and Indian-American life
Poet, contemporary fiction writer, and practicing physician Simi K. Rao was born and raised in the center of India, where she was exposed to the vastly diverse cultures and languages of the North and South regions. She immigrated to the