4 Unforgettable Novels in Verse
Novels in verse are a unique form of storytelling that blend poetry and prose to create a lyrical and immersive reading experience. To help you find your next favorite novel in verse, we've compiled some of the most compelling and
5 Moving Anthologies for Any Occasion
Poetry anthologies are an excellent way to discover new poets and explore the diverse landscape of contemporary poetry. To help you get your hands on your next favorite book, we’ve gathered a selection of poetry anthologies that offer something for
Asian American & Pacific Islander Poets
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, the perfect time to reflect on AAPI poets’ significant contributions to the world of literature. AAPI poets from an array of backgrounds have brought forth unique perspectives and narratives rooted
5 YA Poetry Books Teens Will Love
Poetry can be a powerful medium for young adults to explore their emotions, identity, and the world around them. This list features a selection of inspiring and thought-provoking poetry collections written by and for young adults, covering a wide range
9 Fresh New Poetry Releases This May
May has officially begun, and with it comes no shortage of exciting new poetry collections to add to your bookshelf. From themes of family, love, and loss to ideas about philosophy and the economy, there’s something to stimulate every reader
William Bortz on Wondering, Writing, and the Gift of Rituals
“A day so happy. Fog lifted early, I worked in the garden. Hummingbirds were stopping over honeysuckle flowers. There was no thing on earth I wanted to possess. I knew no one worth my envying him. Whatever evil I had suffered, I forgot. To think that
The Journey of Becoming a Poet with Melody Godfred
In 2021 I officially became a traditionally published poet with the release of my book, Self Love Poetry: For Thinkers & Feelers, which I thought made me a poet with a capital P. But the truth is, with or without
7 Questions With Velvet Dragonflies Author Billy Chapata
Best-selling author Billy Chapata writes with his mantra “turn your flaws into flowers” in mind. In other words, the poet—who has over 300 thousand followers on Instagram and recently published his third poetry collection, Velvet Dragonflies—strives to express a beautiful
