How to Find a Writing Buddy for Thoughtful Feedback and Motivation
Some of the most successful authors in the world were friends in real life, like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, Charlotte Brontë and Elizabeth Gaskell, and Sylvia Plath and Anne Sexton. Along with the joys of friendship, a writing buddy
Your 2025 Following Spree: Literary Accounts to Add to Your Feed This Year
Oftentimes, social media and writing are placed in opposition. After all, who hasn’t deleted their social media apps for a day or blocked distracting sites so that scrolling won’t interrupt their writing? However, social media can also be a place
5 Iconic Poems from Classic Female Poets
Great poetry has the power to move us, challenge us, and stay with us for a lifetime. From the introspective musings of Emily Dickinson to the empowering verses of Maya Angelou, classic female poets have left us with works that
25 Invigorating Writing Prompts to Kick Off the New Year
The start of a new year is the perfect time to reinvigorate your creativity and set your imagination loose. Whether you’re journaling, crafting poetry, writing fiction, or working on personal essays, fresh writing prompts can help you break free from
Swap and Share: 7 Steps to a Fun and Cozy Book Swap
If you love books and sharing them with friends, a book swap is the perfect way to bring people together. It’s a low-cost, high-reward event where guests can exchange books they’ve enjoyed (or ones they’ve been meaning to part with)
Genre Guide: The Differences Between Modern and Traditional Poetry
Although modern and traditional poetry are both genres that allow writers to tell stories and express emotions, their differences are nonetheless distinct. In this blog, we include poems written by Wilder Poetry and Mary Oliver, two modern and traditional nature
5 Ethereal Collections to Read If You Love Ethel Cain
Trigger warning: In discussing Ethel Cain’s music, this article references violence and religious trauma. Ethel Cain’s second album, Perverts, will be released on January 8, 2025, and the first single, “Punish,” already let listeners back into her familiar themes of religious
Setting Boundaries: 4 Poetry Collections to Help You Strengthen Your Self-Connection
One common New Year’s resolution is to read more books and often another is to set stronger boundaries. At Read Poetry, we’re all about pairing these two resolutions together to remind us how poetry can strengthen our connection to ourselves.
What Is Poetry Break Day?: All About the Unique Day + How to Celebrate
Poetry Break Day arrives on January 13, though chances are you may have never heard of this offbeat, but interesting holiday. At its core, Poetry Break Day exudes a message that we at Read Poetry love: the idea that everyone
Literary City Spotlight: Flagstaff Edition
Perched at 7,000 feet in Northern Arizona, the city of Flagstaff blends outdoor adventure with vibrant arts culture. Surrounded by the world's largest ponderosa pine forest, this mountain town draws hikers, book lovers, and a notable, always growing community of
Ode to Nikki Giovanni: A Voice That Changed the World
"My dream was not to publish or to even be a writer: my dream was to discover something no one else had thought of. I guess that’s why I’m a poet. We put things together in ways no one else
Writing Tips: How to Practice Discipline with Deadlines
Most writers are familiar with the stress of a looming deadline. Although some of us may always be better at meeting deadlines than others, deadlines can be a useful tool for holding yourself accountable and on track for your writing