4 Peaceful Poems to Read This Earth Month
Earth Month serves as a call to action to preserve, protect, and repair our environment. But this month also reminds us that our well-being is inexplicably tied to the earth. Everyone deserves to find healing and restoration in nature. Poetry
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
How to Host Your Own Literary Salon
Want to discuss big ideas with your friends? Or expand the discussion topics from your book club meet-ups? Consider adding a literary salon to your events calendar. Literary salons are simply gatherings where people can discuss literature together and sometimes
8 Writing Exercises for National Poetry Month
National Poetry Month is the perfect time to reflect on poetry’s role in your life. There are many ways to celebrate—from visiting your favorite local bookstore to attending events starring your favorite poets. It’s also a great time to think
Spring Poetry Prompts to Inspire You During National Poetry Month
Warm temperatures, green leaves, and open flowers: telltale signs spring has officially arrived. This transitional season provides endless inspiration for poets, drawing from themes of hope, growth, and renewal. As you celebrate National Poetry Month this April, it’s time to
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
Poetry & Place: The impact of location on poetry
There’s no doubt that where you are can heavily influence what you write. Poets from all over the world are inspired by their surroundings, whether it be the wide open skies of the countryside or the hustle and bustle of