Swap and Share: 7 Steps to a Fun and Cozy Book Swap
If you love books and sharing them with friends, a book swap is the perfect way to bring people together. It’s a low-cost, high-reward event where guests can exchange books they’ve enjoyed (or ones they’ve been meaning to part with)
Genre Guide: The Differences Between Modern and Traditional Poetry
Although modern and traditional poetry are both genres that allow writers to tell stories and express emotions, their differences are nonetheless distinct. In this blog, we include poems written by Wilder Poetry and Mary Oliver, two modern and traditional nature
5 Ethereal Collections to Read If You Love Ethel Cain
Trigger warning: In discussing Ethel Cain’s music, this article references violence and religious trauma. Ethel Cain’s second album, Perverts, will be released on January 8, 2025, and the first single, “Punish,” already let listeners back into her familiar themes of religious
Setting Boundaries: 4 Poetry Collections to Help You Strengthen Your Self-Connection
One common New Year’s resolution is to read more books and often another is to set stronger boundaries. At Read Poetry, we’re all about pairing these two resolutions together to remind us how poetry can strengthen our connection to ourselves.
What Is Poetry Break Day?: All About the Unique Day + How to Celebrate
Poetry Break Day arrives on January 13, though chances are you may have never heard of this offbeat, but interesting holiday. At its core, Poetry Break Day exudes a message that we at Read Poetry love: the idea that everyone
Literary City Spotlight: Flagstaff Edition
Perched at 7,000 feet in Northern Arizona, the city of Flagstaff blends outdoor adventure with vibrant arts culture. Surrounded by the world's largest ponderosa pine forest, this mountain town draws hikers, book lovers, and a notable, always growing community of
Ode to Nikki Giovanni: A Voice That Changed the World
"My dream was not to publish or to even be a writer: my dream was to discover something no one else had thought of. I guess that’s why I’m a poet. We put things together in ways no one else
Writing Tips: How to Practice Discipline with Deadlines
Most writers are familiar with the stress of a looming deadline. Although some of us may always be better at meeting deadlines than others, deadlines can be a useful tool for holding yourself accountable and on track for your writing
Winter Poetry Prompts to Celebrate the Season
Many of us dread when autumn turns to winter. Brightly colored leaves fall, temperatures drop, and gloomy days feel endless. But there’s so much magic to appreciate during the cold season. So, why not explore winter through your poetry? From the
5 2025 Poetry Book Club Picks That Will Drive Conversation
For book club members, one of the highlights of any new year is planning out a new reading schedule. When doing so, there are key things to keep in mind: you want titles that start dialogues, help members connect what
5 TikTok Trends for Your Poetic FYP
TikTok has changed the poetry game—and made our favorite genre more popular than ever. Last year, TikTok star Raegan Fordemwalt burst into the publishing scene with her debut collection, Lover Girl, and in 2025 we can look forward to Sunbreak:
The Writer’s Guide to Setting Your 2025 Resolutions
The New Year is a great opportunity to review your writing progress from 2024 and set intentions for your writing practice moving forward. Remember, whether or not you achieved the goals you set for yourself last year, you always have