5 2021 Poetry Collections by AAPI Poets
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time for recognizing the contributions Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans have made to U.S. history and culture. Poets with AAPI heritage have enriched the American literary landscape for over
7 Dazzling May 2021 Poetry Releases
Trigger warning: Some of these recommendations have themes of trauma and abuse, which are briefly discussed in this article. May presents an opportunity to delve into excellent new poetry releases. From collections that reflect on nature to anthologies that celebrate Native
How You Can Support AAPI Writing Communities Today
Discrimination against the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community has increased drastically since the pandemic began. The “Stop AAPI Hate” initiative was launched in March of 2020, and they have reported 3,975 hate incidents between March 19 and Feb.
Stand-Out Poetry and Stand-Up Comedy: 4 Funny Pairings
Can poetry benefit from humor? Though some might be surprised, the answer is a clear “yes.” Humor can help poets establish voice in their work, lead to interesting contrasts in tone, and help balance serious or emotional moments. Likewise, poetry
4 Poetry Collections for National Autism Acceptance Month
April is National Autism Acceptance Month, also known as National Autism Awareness Month. According to the Autism Science Foundation, one in 59 people have been diagnosed with autism. People with autism may behave and communicate differently than the general population,
4 Poems on the Purpose of Poetry
Della Hicks-Wilson is a British poet and writer of Caribbean descent, best known for her short viral poems and spoken word videos which have garnered over a million likes and shares to date. Della sat down with us for National
How to Support Indie Bookstores on Indie Bookstores Day
Have you ever walked into a bookstore and felt right at home? Does the smell of new books send a shiver down your spine? Do shelves lined with books from your favorite genres send you into a whirlwind of reading
Literary City Spotlight: 6 Stand-Out Spots in Minneapolis
When you think of Minneapolis, you probably think of gorgeous, snowy views and frigid temperatures—but don’t look past this thriving city’s decidedly hot literary scene. Home to many publishers, independent bookstores, and a top-ranking MFA program, Minneapolis is a must-visit
Poems to Reflect the Beauty and Immensity of the Lyrid Meteor Shower
Lyrids, one of the oldest known meteor showers, light up the sky every April, peaking late in the month. The Lyrid meteor showers leave glowing dust trains of debris behind them from the Comet Thatcher, a welcome sight for those
6 Poems to Celebrate Charlotte Brontë’s Birthday
In the month of April, we get a chance to celebrate the birthday of Charlotte Brontë and reflect on her life and literary achievements. Born on April 21, 1816, Charlotte was the eldest surviving sister of the Brontë children. She
5 Books to Read on Earth Day
Earth Day is April 22, which is the perfect day to pick up some inspiring poems for Earth Day, or even an entire collection. There are many environmentalist poets to choose from. To help you find your favorite, we’ve selected
4 Poets Using their Voices for Social Justice
Social justice hardly manifests in just one way or with just one, single feeling. However, traces of it may be present in unexpected places, like poetry—somewhere that social justice finds a voice (or rather, its many voices). Read Poetry spoke