3 New Moon Poems to Bring You Hope, Renewal, and Inspiration
The moon affects our planet: It forces our tides to swell and fall on our shores; it moderates the wobble of the Earth’s axis; it stabilizes our climate; and it guides the hatchling of sea turtles. If you consider the
6 Smart Steps For Writing a Query Letter
Query letters can be an important step in finding an agent or reaching out to a small press. Simply put, the succinct and formal query letter (typically a single page) has one key purpose: enticing an agent or publisher to
Renewing Writing Prompts for January
It’s the start of a new year, which, for many of us, symbolizes a new beginning. If you’re ready for a fresh start in your poetry practice, we’ve selected eight renewing writing prompts for January. So sit back and let
8 January Poetry Releases to Refresh Your Bookshelf
Have you blown through your 2020 reading list? Don’t sweat it. The new year is the perfect excuse to refresh your bookshelf. This month, there’s no shortage of great books to add to your collection. If you’re looking for some
Writers’ Resolutions for 2021
The new year is officially here, which means writers all over the world are ready to begin a new chapter (literally and figuratively). If you’re looking to reach new heights in your writing, consider taking on one of these six
8 Poems for Hope and Acceptance in the New Year
2021 is just around the corner. While celebrations may look a little different this year, the opportunity to reflect and reset remains. For many of us, it will symbolize a new start. To help you start the new year off
5 Invigorating Titles for 2021 Mindfulness
Mindfulness is an important technique for poets to practice and harness within their work. The techniques of mindfulness can empower poets to tap into their inner voice, find comfort in taking risks, and prioritize self-care amidst the stress of writing
How to Select Your Next Poetry Book for Your Poetry Book Club
There are so many compelling reasons to start or join a poetry book club. Poetry book clubs are an excellent way to interact with other poetry-lovers, broaden your literary horizons, and gain inspiration for your own writing. While most meetings
6 Poems to Ground You
In the face of endless advertisements and increasing pressure to buy, buy, buy, it can be hard to stay focused on what makes the holidays truly special. While material objects are fun to give and receive, we certainly don’t want
6 Poems for Comfort in Trying Times
2020 has been a difficult year for many. Although the holiday season is branded as a time of joy, people across the globe will also be facing feelings of anxiety or grief. While it’s tempting to shut off our emotions
8 Holiday Poetry Prompts: Perspectives
It’s officially the holiday season, albeit it may look different this year. When bright lights and merry music fill the air, the feeling stirred inside each of us is unique. This is the perfect opportunity for an exercise in perspectives.
5 Yung Pueblo Poems to Encourage A Peaceful Holiday Season
The holiday season is here, and with it comes excitement, anticipation, and, yes, even stress. Sometimes we can get wrapped up in spending money for gift-giving celebrations like Christmas—and while this is a wonderful way to show others we care,