Six Poems to Spark Your Summer Romance
Summer is the season of warmth, adventure, and passion. As the days grow longer and the nights become balmy, love often blossoms in the most enchanting ways. To celebrate this season of romance, here are six poems that capture the
8 Iconic Wedding Poems to Celebrate a New Union
Weddings are a celebration of love, commitment, and the union of two souls. Throughout history, poets have captured the essence of this special day in their verses, offering words of wisdom, beauty, and emotion. Poems can add a unique touch
The Evolution of Poetry on Social Media
In the pre-internet era, poetry was confined to the books, journals, and letters of great poets. Today, the internet has provided us with the unique ability to watch new poets emerge in real time, connect with poets from across the
8 of the Best Newsletters for Poetry In Your Inbox
Founded in 2017, Substack is a growing online platform where writers, journalists, and content creators publish subscription-based newsletters. If you’re looking for fresh, high-quality content about poetry and writing, Substack is a great place to find it. But you don’t
How to Stay on Track with Your Writing Goals
To develop, expand, and ultimately hone their craft, writers often set writing goals for themselves. Whether you’re a poetry hobbyist, an aspiring poet, or an established writer publishing collections, staying on track with writing goals can prove challenging. To help,
What Poets Can Learn from Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift is one of the most iconic, versatile, and bold artists of our time. The musician’s vulnerability, determination, honesty, and creativity have garnered her both critical acclaim and commercial success. Whether performing a pop anthem or telling a timeless, flawlessly
4 Roaring Poetry Collections to Pair With House of the Dragon
HBO’s hit series House of the Dragon has filled the void that Game of Thrones ending left in many fans’ hearts, taking place in the same enthralling universe and harkening back 200 years before the events of GoT. For viewers
How to Memorize Poems for Confidence and Cognitive Power
Today, many people see memorizing and reciting poetry as an old-school endeavor. On the contrary, memorizing poetry continues to be a relevant and useful activity in 2024. By doing the work to commit poems to memory, you can give more
Summer Prompts to Brighten Up Your Poetry
The sun is shining, the air is warm, the days are long—summer’s here! Take advantage of inspiration this season by leaning into your creativity. When you open your notebook, brighten up your poetry with these summer writing prompts. Write a poem
5 Poetry Collections to Read If You Love Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice has been beloved for centuries and has inspired spinoffs in many genres—from multiple films to a miniseries and a graphic novel. Surprisingly, there’s yet to be a Pride and Prejudice-inspired poetry anthology, but there are
8 Writing Tips From Published Writers
Poetry is, first and foremost, meant to be enjoyed, and not everyone who enjoys writing poetry also aims to master it. However, many poets do aspire to become better writers. If you’re the type of poet who’s committed to improving
Literary City Spotlight: Ithaca Edition
While big cities often seem ideal for writers, due to tons of events and the ability to make connections in the writing industry, smaller cities have their own charm and perks—like hyperlocal literary scenes, tight-knit communities, and plenty of inspiring