Hobby and Poetry Pairings for the New Year
The new year brings fresh energy, perspective, and opportunity. Many of us are eager to leave behind the old and welcome the new, evidenced by the popularity of new year’s resolutions. If you’ve set intentions for 2023, perhaps trying a
Setting Reading and Writing Intentions for 2023
2023 is in full swing, which means it’s time to set reading and writing intentions for the new year. Creating resolutions or goals can often feel overwhelming or unattainable, so be sure to choose your intentions in a way that’s
7 Spooky Poetry Collections to Read If You Loved Wednesday on Netflix
Within days of its Netflix release in late November, Wednesday catapulted to the top of viewers’ most-watched lists. The eerie, nostalgic series has already inspired so much fandom that it’s been renewed for a second season. The show follows the
5 Lucky Poems for the Year of the Rabbit
Lunar New Year begins January 22 (Chinese New Year), and this year is predicted to be one of hope. 2023 is the year of the Water Rabbit, which symbolizes prosperity, peace, and longevity. Those born in the year of the
10 Most Anticipated Poetry Collections in 2023
This upcoming year is going to be an exciting one for poetry. From lessons on self-love to deep-dives of history, there’s a new release coming up for every kind of poetry lover. To keep you on your toes, here are
What to Know About Creating Your Own Style Guide
We all remember high school English classes with seemingly endless grammar drills, learning about commas, semi-colons, and usage. Many of us were taught to stick within these strict parameters when writing, no matter the circumstance. Understanding formal grammar and usage is
What Is a Volta and What Can It Add to Your Poetry?
Whether you love to read formal poetry or have dabbled in different forms yourself, you’ve probably heard of the sonnet. A mainstay of anthologies and English classes, which takes its name from the Italian word “sonetto”—“a little sound or song”—the
9 Viral TikTok Poetry Collections that Earned the Hype
If you love poetry and you’re on TikTok, there’s a good chance you’ve stumbled across #poetrytok, #tiktokpoetry, #booktok, or one of the many other TikTok niches for reading enthusiasts. To join in on the excitement, we’ve selected nine viral TikTok
7 January 2023 Poetry Collections to Start Off the Year
As the new year starts, it’s the perfect time for both reflection and reinvention. January’s poetry releases fall on both sides of that spectrum, with anthologies celebrating historic forms and legendary presses, as well as modern, risk-taking collections speaking to
4 Freeing Poetry Collections to Read If You Have an Avoidant Attachment Style
Attachment style theory originated in the 1950s and continues to remain relevant. Chances are you’ve heard of the attachment styles—which include secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, fearful-avoidant, and disorganized—and understand that they represent a person’s relationship patterns and responses. You can determine
7 Stunning Poetry and Gemstone pairings
Often admired for their shiny, striking surfaces and bright, beautiful colors, gemstones are as aesthetically pleasing as they are spiritually supportive. Stones like amethyst, amber, and emerald are associated with different energy fields and histories. Some are known for durability
3 Insightful Poetry Collections from 2022 on Self-Care
The end of the year is an often overwhelming, emotional time, and as 2022 comes to a close, we can easily forget to make space for ourselves—to rest, reflect, and set intentions for the new year. To support you in