10 Transcendentalist Poems for Spring
Poetry written during the transcendentalist movement is easy to spot; it’s filled with striking sensory imagery that often blurs the line between the speaker and nature.
Poetry in prison: how Writers’ Block helps incarcerated individuals reclaim their voices
Writers’ Block is a Nebraska Writers’ Collective program that leads incarcerated individuals to self-expression through creative writing and poetry.
Slam Empowers Poets to Be “Unapologetically Themselves”: A Q&A With Poetic Underground Host Samantha Slupski
Mention poetry to an in-the-know Kansas Citian, and Poetic Underground often comes to mind. The writing and performance community, which hosts poetry slams and open mics, has become well-known in Kansas City for both its inclusiveness and energy.
Happy National Poetry Month
Happy National Poetry Month! If you're new here, welcome. If you’ve been with us for a while (thank you, by the way), you probably have noticed that our site has a new look.
Sharing Poetry: Thoughts on Instagram and Medium
It seems as though we can’t talk about modern poetry without talking about social media. Social platforms, particularly Instagram, have changed the way we consume poetry, making this genre more accessible than ever.
Modern Day Poets to Read In 2019
One of the most constant things about poetry is change. It evolves with time, and that is why it continues to remain relevant across centuries. When I was younger, I remember a phase when I was in school and loved
Poems That Will Make You Believe in Love and Romance Again
Love is one of the hardest feelings to put into words, but poetry is a great way to try.
UK Poetry competitions to look out for in 2019
I cannot speak for everyone but I love participating in poetry-writing competitions because each time is a learning experience. They help me explore new writing ideas and formats and encourage me to keep writing.
Reclaiming Our Voices Through Modern Poetry
Poetry is a timeless art form that connects people with the world around them. It is ever-evolving—changing and growing with new generations of writers and readers.
10 Poems for Grief
Words often fall short when it comes to expressing grief. There is no right way to respond, but sometimes poetry can help us capture the feelings we struggle to define. Here is a collection 10 of beautiful poems on grief
How to Preserve Your Energy as a Poet
“You do not have to constantly create new content in order to be a worthwhile artist." - Caitlin Conlon
How To Interpret Classic Poetry and How To Get Into Modern Poetry
If you’re anything like me, it took you a while to “get” poetry. If I’m honest, a lot of it still confuses me or seems to fall flat. I don't blame us, though, when the first poetry we are introduced