The Poet
Poem by Jane Hirshfield, stolen from Kasey Jueds on Twitter. I’d never read it before but it’s so perfect I wanted to share it. For all the poems by all the poets we will never know. Keep writing! Continue reading The Poet
Category: Poetry
Favorite Nonfiction, 3rd Quarter
Every single essay on this list is a story that had to be told. Every single one had me nodding my head and thinking, “Yes. I needed to read this right now.” I love fiction and I love poetry but … Continue reading Favorite Nonfiction, 3rd Quarter
Favorite Poetry, 3rd Quarter
In looking over my poetry selections for the 3 rd quarter, I realize several of them have a theme of breakage, rage, powerlessness. But, instead of getting mired in the crap, these poets reclaim their power. This kind of poetry … Continue reading Favorite Poetry, 3rd Quarter
#TPQ5: CHARLOTTE HAMRICK
#TPQ5: CHARLOTTE HAMRICK — Read on The Poetry Question. Looking for a good read to get you through the dragging ass of summer? Check out my recommendations in The Poetry Question today. Continue reading #TPQ5: CHARLOTTE HAMRICK
Publication Twofer
I’m pleased to have two bits of my artistic efforts published in the world today. Two Cento’s are in Unlost Journal, with thanks to Dale Wisely, Howie Good, and Laura Gregory for selecting them. The August issue of Pithead Chapel features my photo … Continue reading Publication Twofer
Favorite #Poetry, Second Quarter
Well, finally, here’s my list of favorite poems for second quarter 2019. All of these poets are accomplished, sensitive writers whose words will pull you right into their worlds. Enjoy! Dream Tree by Jill Mceldowney in The Shore. Oh, it … Continue reading Favorite #Poetry, Second Quarter
Poem in Panoply
I’m so pleased to have my poem, Aqua Pura, in the new issue of Panoply. It’s a semi-autobiographical prose poem dear to my heart about life, death, & best friends in a small town. Much thanks to the Editors for … Continue reading Poem in Panoply
Limitless Birth
a jet cuts across the blue carrying bodies in its metal womb to be delivered somewhere else ***** Napowrimo Day 30 prompt: “I’d like you to try your hand at a minimalist poem. What’s that? Well, a poem that is … Continue reading Limitless Birth
Interview on Luna Speaks
I have an interview up today on Luna Speaks blog where we talk about the creative process and poetry. I hope you’ll click over and peruse Jane’s website. There’s all kinds of goodness in there! Thank you, Jane! Continue reading Interview on Luna Speaks
Grief in Repose
My eyes are dry now Still, my heart flows river-like To a sea of tears ***** Napowrimo Day 18 prompt: “Today, I’d like to challenge you to write an elegy of your own, one in which the abstraction of sadness is … Continue reading Grief in Repose
