#Poetry

Whether you’re a lifelong poetry reader or are looking for your first collection to pick up, we’ve got something for you! Our writers cover new poetry, the best poetry for every reader, and more.

Feminist Agenda: Olivia Gatwood in London

A reader on the experience of seeing poet Olivia Gatwood speaking truth to power at London’s Rich Mix.

An Introduction to Nobel Prize-Winning Poet Gabriela Mistral

Get acquainted with the life and works of poet Gabriela Mistral, the only Latin American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Get Into Speculative Poetry With These 2019 Rhysling Award Winners

Do you love poetry? How about poetry that touches on other worlds and planes? Then check out the 2019 Rhysling Award winners for speculative poetry.

Diverse Spoken Word  by Out-Spoken at London’s Southbank

Highlighting Out-Spoken a spoken word event in London that has become one of the top events for poetry and live music in the city.

Delirium and Delight: The Poetry of Edgar Allan Poe

Enjoy these Edgar Allan Poe poetry selections on Poe Day or any time you want to add some atmosphere to your moody, broody day.

5 Poems for These Days of Uncertainty

Poetry to help with grief during times of anxiety

New Poetry Video Series from the Poetry Foundation & Complexly

The Poetry Foundation, Complexly, and Paige Lewis team up to bless the internet with Ours Poetica: a new poetry video series focused on the printed page.

Fall in Love With These 6 Beautiful Autumn Poems

Love this cozy season? These autumn poems celebrate Fall from poets like Mary Oliver, Gwendolyn Brooks, and more. Read them now (cozy mug of tea optional).

48 of the Best Free Verse Poems From Contemporary Poets

Check out these 48 exceptional free verse poems, from famous contemporary poets to the up-and-coming and everything in-between.

Button Poetry Fans Are In Luck: Audiobooks Are Now Available

Add some slam poetry to your audiobook listening.