5 Comforting Poems for the Winter Solstice
The winter solstice, a celebration marking the shortest day and longest night of the year, carries a unique kind of magic. The solstice marks a turning point—when the darkness begins to recede and the light starts its slow return. For
5 Ways to Celebrate Yule With Poetry
This year, Yule starts on December 21 and ends on January 1. An ancient festival, Yule connects us to the seasons, the sun, and our planet’s cyclical nature. It begins on the eve of the Winter Solstice—the shortest day and
Poems about Snow and the Winter Season
Few things are as strikingly beautiful as the first snow of the season. Winter brings with it a quiet introspection, cozy nostalgia, and the spaciousness to slow down, recharge, and transform. It’s no wonder that poets have explored the stark
Finding Poetic Inspiration in Fall and Early Winter Landscapes
As the world transitions from the fiery hues of autumn to the muted grays and whites of winter, the late fall and early winter landscapes offer a treasure trove of poetic inspiration. These seasons, marked by change, introspection, and quiet
Ways to Stay Creatively Inspired This Year as a Writer
At the start of the new year, you likely set resolutions or intentions for your writing practice. But, you might also be wondering how to keep your creative spirit lit throughout 2024. For inspiration, we’ve created some tips to help
Winter Writing Exercises to Help You Embrace the Outdoors
Winter is officially here, which means chilly air, gray skies, and barren landscapes, all making it challenging to venture outdoors and enjoy nature. The weather might have you hunkering down, longing for inviting, warm, sunny days. If you find yourself
Snow-Themed Prompts to Help You Create a Poetic Winter Wonderland
This season, are you dreaming of a white Christmas? Playing “Let it Snow” on a loop? Watching holiday movie after holiday movie, awestruck by snowy scenes? Snow is a go-to element in winter-themed art, so why not incorporate snow into
5 Poetry Collections to Read During the Winter Solstice
The winter solstice arrives on December 21 this year and marks the shortest, darkest day in the year, when the sun is lowest in the sky. Though this may seem gloomy, the winter solstice packs powerful meaning and symbolism –
Tips for Staying Motivated to Write Through Winter
Staying motivated as a writer is always challenging, but winter can bring a more intense slump. The chill and darkness of the season can make you want to do nothing but curl up on the couch with your favorite movies
4 Winter Poetry Prompts to Help You Connect With Nature
Gray skies, chilly air, and bare branches. Unlike the bright growth of spring and summer or the colorful scenes of fall, winter can often feel dull and lifeless—but there’s much to appreciate about our natural world throughout the season. To