5 Ways to Celebrate the Fall Equinox With Poetry
The autumnal equinox arrived on Saturday, September 23. This marks the day that the sun crosses the celestial equator—otherwise known as the official first day of fall. An ancient tradition, people have long celebrated the equinox with rituals, gathering, and
Literary City Spotlight: San Francisco
It’s easy to imagine you’re in a book when climbing the San Francisco hills, riding the trolley, or looking out over the fog-covered Golden Gate Bridge—to sum it up, the city has major main character energy. This charm, excitement, and
Poems to Embrace Libra Season: Balancing Beauty and Harmony
Now past the autumn equinox, we step into the enchanting realm of Libra season. This astrological period, ruled by the graceful and balanced Libra, inspires a desire for beauty, harmony, and deep connections. What better way to celebrate this time
4 Bisexual Poets to Read This Bisexual Visibility Month
It’s September, which means it’s also Bisexual Visibility Month! This month exists to recognize and celebrate bisexual people—or people attracted to two or more genders. Bisexuals have often been referred to as the “invisible majority” within the LGBTQ+ community, with
Upcoming Poetry Events to Ignite Your Fall
As the crisp autumn breeze ushers in a new season, poetry enthusiasts are in for a treat with a variety of upcoming poetry events that promise to inspire, engage, and ignite the imagination. This fall, venues across the country are
5 Poetry Collections for Virgo Season 2023
Virgos are known for being analytical, practical, and hardworking, but they can also struggle with anxiety and over-cautiousness. In fact, some of the biggest lessons Virgos face in their lives—like embracing imperfection and relinquishing control—are themes that will be felt
4 Poetry Collections to Read In Honor of Heartstopper Season 2
Heartstopper, the YA show based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novels of the same name, recently released its much-anticipated second season. With more than 6 million total streams, the show quickly landed on Netflix’s list of the most trending titles. Fans
Ada Limón: A Remarkable Journey through Poetry, Podcasting, and Laureateship
In contemporary American poetry, few names resonate as strongly as Ada Limón’s. A prolific poet, captivating podcast host, and a distinguished US Poet Laureate, Limón's career is a reflection of her remarkable talent, versatility, and her profound impact on the
5 Poetry Collections For Fans of The Summer I Turned Pretty
The show The Summer I Turned Pretty, based on the best-selling novels by Jenny Han, has captured the hearts of millions of fans, led to the Fleetwood Mac classic “Silver Springs” trending on TikTok, and inspired one of the most
A Harmonious Fusion: Pairing Poems with Famous Paintings
Poems, like paintings, are modes of expression that allow us to delve into the depths of human experience and emotion. When these two forms of art meet, a mesmerizing synergy emerges, creating a unique and powerful connection that resonates with
4 Rom-Com and Poetry Pairings for Your Next Movie Night
One of the best aspects of the poetry genre is how easy and enjoyable it is to revisit. While readers might wait a while to reread their plot-driven fiction favorites, the imagery and emotion of poetry collections make them endlessly
Poetry Picks Based on Your Venus Sign
Astrology and poetry have a lot in common. Both are ancient and ritualistic, but have seen revived interest in recent years, as proved by poetry accounts on Instagram amassing millions of followers and the popularity of apps like Co-Star and