Literary City Spotlight: 6 Independent Bookstores to Visit in Denver
Denver, Colorado stands out as a haven for artists and writers of all kinds. With mountainous views, snowy weather, and tons of arts and culture sites, Denver offers both opportunities for picturesque, indoor reflection and vibrant exploration. Along with its
8 Literary Journals for New Writers
Submitting your work to literary magazines can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before. Maybe you’re wondering how to write a cover letter, or how to keep track of your poetry submissions, or even what the basics of
Active Poetry: 4 Poetry and Workout Pairings
Workouts and poetry may have more in common than you think. Both poetry and physical activity claim rhythm as a key influence, and both depend on personal flair (just as no one else dunks a basketball like LeBron James, no
Well Beings Studio: On a Mission to Bring Healing Through Poetry
I recently had the honor of meeting a woman named Sharon Frances, the Executive Artistic Director at Well Beings Studio. Well Beings Studio is on a mission to provide arts-based resources to children and their families as they navigate through
9 of the Most Anticipated Collections by Black Poets
There is a strong history of Black poetry in American literature, but we can’t celebrate the great works of the past without also looking to the future. To highlight some of the most prominent and exciting contemporary voices of our
8 February Poetry Releases To Be Excited About
Despite being the shortest month of the year, February brings us a full list of new poetry collections to look forward to. From laugh-out-loud funny to intensely introspective, this month’s roundup runs the emotional gamut. Get ready to feel all
Poetry and the Self: 4 Vulnerable Self-Portrait Poems
Self-portrait poems stand out as a common and inspiring poetic exercise. The self-portrait poem embodies many of the best aspects of the overall genre: imagery, authenticity, and a strong sense of personal voice. In addition to their poetic value, self-portrait
How Novels-in-Verse Make You A Better Poet and Storyteller
If you love novels and you love poetry, why not try writing a novel-in-verse, also known as a verse novel? This emerging hybrid genre combines the elements of plot with the beauty of poetry. While the genre is considered modern
Spotlight on Collaborative Poetry Collections
Collaborative poetry brings two or more authors together to create meaningful writing with unique yet cohesive voices. Just like a musical duet, poetry collaborations are exciting because they give talented voices a chance to create a harmonious, new experience for
Writing Residencies: What Are They, And Is it For You?
You may have seen them advertised in magazines such as Ploughshares, Poets and Writers, and The Writer’s Chronicle. The ads show images of poets holding pens and journals, writing near a serene lake or a remote location like a cottage
Using Found Poetry as a Fun New Way to Express Your Writing
Everyone experiences writing dry spells from time to time. It sometimes feels like we are searching the confines of our minds for creativity and inspiration, but maybe our next muse is just waiting to be found in the books, magazines,
Literary Spotlight: Kansas City
Located smack dab in the middle of the United States, Kansas City, Mo., is famously home to barbecue, jazz, and a whole lot of fountains. But does Kansas City have a thriving poetry scene? The short answer is yes—you just