Five Powerful and Poetic Ways to Fight for Social Justice
With issues such as gun violence, sexual harassment, homophobia, and other troubling epidemics confronting us each time we turn on the TV, take in the headlines, or scroll through social media, it may seem like we can’t make a difference.
Poets for a Cause Spotlight: John Mark Green
Every month, it is my honor to feature a poet in the writing community and a cause that they feel passionate about. In doing so, my hope is that it raises awareness for a wide range of topics. It helps
5 Poetry-Related Organizations to Fund This Giving Tuesday
If you’re anything like me, you probably can’t stop thinking about your holiday wishlist. Between awesome deals and swoon-worthy social media ads, it’s only natural to get swept up in the season of commercialism. Giving Tuesday offers a counter to the
Six of the Best Podcasts for Poetry Lovers
If you have graduated from school, or simply lack people in your life to share ideas about writing, literature, and poetry, listening to a podcast can feel like a warm hug of validation and acceptance. They are inspirational and informative
7 Poems for Transgender Day of Remembrance
Today, we honor the memory of transgender people whose lives have been lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Transgender Day of Remembrance shines a light on the losses we face due to bigotry and violence and serves as a reminder
Poets for A Cause: Marisa Donnelly on The Importance of Self-Love and Empowerment
Every month, I spotlight a poet in the writing community who I feel does a great job shedding light on important topics. So far, we have had incredible writers give amazing insight into the topics that inspire them to write:
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