6 Spooky Poems for Halloween
Spooky season is upon us at last Reminders of witches and ghosts of the past The air is so crisp, and the sun sets so fast The vibrant decay of the leaves do contrast As you gaze at the pumpkins, delight in the spice Caramel
4 Powerful Poems Inspired by Famous Paintings
“Painting is silent poetry and poetry is painting that speaks” — greek philosopher, Plutarch Writers have taken inspiration from famous paintings for decades, penning philosophical or personal musings on their experience with a piece of art. The technical term for such
10 Poetry Tattoo Ideas: Words That Will Stay With You Forever
Sometimes you come across a poem or a verse that you want to etch in your memory forever. Poetry has this effect on us—this heart-piercing ability to make us feel connected, loved and seen. And what better way to emulate
Are You Still Watching?: Netflix and Poetry Pairings
Dear White People—To Keep From Undressing by Aisha Sharif Dear White People is about the experience of black students enrolled at a predominantly white Ivy League university. The exploration of identity, politics, and the rise of racial tension creates a dynamic
A Guide to Ekphrastic (Art-Inspired) Poetry
Visual art and literary art have established a beautiful, long-standing connection. Famous poets like William Carlos Williams, W.H. Auden, and even the ancient Greek Hesiod drew inspiration from works like paintings, sculptures, and entire museums. Dubbed “ekphrasis,” this form continues
Out and Proud Poets To Read This National Coming Out Day
Happy National Coming Out Day! Founded in 1988, National Coming Out Day strives to increase visibility for LGBTQ people and groups. Robert Eichberg, a prominent gay rights activist who died in 1995 and who first commemorated the day, summed it
5 Poets to Read During Latinx Heritage Month & Beyond
Latinx Heritage Month, which started Sept. 15, invites us to celebrate the culture, traditions, and heritage of the Latinx community through Oct. 15 (and all year long, honestly). Founded in 1968, this month aims to honor and uplift the more
Poets for a Cause: April Green
“Poets for a Cause” is a project I started to a spotlight on writers in the community who bring awareness to important topics. My first spotlight was on K.Y. Robinson, and she so bravely discussed mental illness and the stigma
Why #SeptemberWomenPoets Matters
When you think of the beginning of fall, you might think of crisp leaves, cozy sweaters, and steaming apple cider, but do you also think of amazing work by women poets? If Twitter has anything to say about it, this
Avan Jogia’s “Mixed Feelings” Collages Culture, Art, Poetry, and Memory
“I have always felt out of place in this world. A world, it seems, that is increasingly polarised,” Avan Jogia writes on the first page of Mixed Feelings, his new poetry collection published Sept. 17 by Andrews McMeel. Best known for
6 Poems for Beyoncé’s Birthday
Every year on September 4th, we celebrate the birth of Beyoncé, aka Queen Bey. One of the world’s most influential artists, Beyoncé is more than a singer—she is a symbol of fierce femininity, unbridled power, and artistic expression. So in
Poetry as Activism: Cheyenne Tyler Jacobs Talks Gender-Based Violence, the She Will Speak Anthology, and the Importance of Telling Your Story
“There is no one in the world who can tell your story, but there are people in the world who need to hear it.” Cheyenne Tyler Jacobs is on a mission to remind you of four important things: you are needed,