Take This Quiz and We’ll Recommend a Poetry Collection
The holiday season is in full swing—and with so many incredible poetry collections to choose from, you might be wondering which would make the best gift for the poetry-lover in your life. Whether you're shopping for someone else or adding
5 Unique and Meaningful Gift Ideas for your Poetry Mentor
Poetry mentors are such a gift to us as writers, and a great way to show them that is to send them a unique gift that emphasizes our appreciation for them. If you have been looking for exciting ideas for
Winter Reads: 6 Superb December Poetry Releases
The year may be wrapping up, but there’s still time for plenty of 2020 poetry releases. December offers poetry from both emerging and established voices, making room for collections ranging from stark to hopeful. When you need to reflect or
Three Poems for GivingTuesday
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement that encourages people to give back to their communities and to find ways to help others. Whether it is through a gift of money, time, or kindness, this movement is a call to compassion—and
Poetry Collections and Coloring Books: 7 Scenic Pairings
Poetry and coloring have more in common than you might think. The two mediums have grown in popularity throughout the past decade, and it’s easy to see why. Both have been known to boost creativity and improve mental health. Moreover,
“Christmas Book Flood”: Adopt the Beloved Icelandic Tradition with 8 Intimate Poetry Picks
Jolabokaflod might not be a word we hear very often, but its meaning is one we can all support. Translated as “Christmas book flood,” the cozy Icelandic ritual involves gifting books to family and friends on Christmas Eve so that
How to Support Small Business Saturday
The holiday season is here already—and with it comes big shopping days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But now, more than ever, it’s important to shop small and support local businesses by celebrating Small Business Saturday. Wondering how you
8 Poems for Gratitude
2020 has been a rough year, but looking back with gratitude is an important tool for helping us cope. Studies show that a conscious and consistent effort to find gratitude, whether through journaling, reading, or verbal expression, can actually improve
Louise Glück: 4 Formidable Poems Showcase the Nobel Prize Winner’s Poetic Legacy
Trigger warning: Like Louise Glück’s poetry, this article discusses heavy themes, including death and sexual violence. Poet Louise Glück won the Nobel Prize in Literature this year, propelling the well-known author of 12 collections even further into the literary spotlight. The
The Read Poetry 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is just around the corner, which means your shopping list (and your wish list) just got a lot longer. This year, we’ve got a gift guide to show off your thoughtful side, with an assortment of heartwarming
5 Poems for Friendsgiving
Friends are the family we choose, and Friendsgiving is the perfect time of year to celebrate them. While many of us will be facing a non-traditional holiday season, that doesn’t mean we can’t show our love and appreciation for the
Can’t-Miss Poetry Collections From 2020
From Omar Sakr's Lost Arabs to Rupi Kaur's home body, 2020 was filled with both highly anticipated and unexpected poetry collections. Whether you're looking to gift a book for the holidays, snag one for yourself, or add to your TBR list,