Finding Writing Inspiration in a Word of the Year
Similar to setting new year’s resolutions or intentions, choosing a word of the year is a popular practice at the start of a new year. Picking a word of the year can help you determine what aspects of your life
A Quick Guide to Poetic Forms (And How to Make the Most of Them)
Meter, rhyme, and line breaks are a poet’s playground. Whether writing in free verse or classic couplets, poets use these elements to give a poem shape and structure; this shape is called form. There are countless types of forms poets
The Power of Verse: Activism through Poetry
Poetry has found a unique role in the realm of activism, capable of weaving narratives that cut through the noise and resonate with the depths of human emotion. When wielded well, poetry can be a potent tool for social change
Getting Crafty: The Art of Collage Poetry
Have you ever felt the magnetic pull of words and images, longing to weave them into a vibrant tapestry of expression? If so, collage poetry might just be your creative oasis. This delightful art form combines the charm of visual
Poetry Trilogies That Will Keep You Reaching for the Next Collection
Good things come in threes, at least according to several poets whose work reveals how related themes and images can span and evolve across a series of collections. While releasing books as part of a series remains more common in
Literary City Spotlight: Los Angeles
The city of Los Angeles itself has become almost as much of a prevailing and influential character as the protagonists of the works set there. The sprawling and sunny city has always been a magnet for creativity, celebrity, and culture.