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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.

Getting Whitmanian: Walt Whitman At The New York Public Library

If you're in New York, make a stop at the New York Public Library and check out their ode to Walt Whitman in honor of his 200th birthday.

Adrienne Rich Quotes to Celebrate Her Birthday

In honor of her birthday, here are some powerful feminist Adrienne Rich quotes from her books, poems, and poetry collections.

15 Silly And Weird Shel Silverstein Quotes To Brighten Your Day

Even as a grown-up, these Shel Silverstein quotes have such special messages and meaning on friendship, love, growth, and more.

15 Silly And Funny Poems for Kids

A list of 15 silly and funny poems for kids about animals, family and home life, and the self and the body that can be memorized and recited.

Who’s the Bright Star Now? On Reclaiming Straight Love Poems for Queer Lovemaking

"Donne was not thinking of me, a transnonbinary bisexual glitter boi who was assigned female in 1988, when he wrote 'She’s all states, and all princes, I.'"

8 More Podcasts for Poetry Lovers

For your listening pleasure, we've rounded up some of the best poetry podcasts out there, from classics to five-minute poems.

3 Alaska Native Poets For You To Read ASAP

I live on stolen, originally Indigenous land in Alaska. Because of this, it's important to me that I seek out Indigenous voices, like Alaska Native poets.

5 YA Poetry Audiobooks Read By the Author

Poetry is meant to be read aloud! To celebrate National Poetry Month, enjoy these five YA poetry audiobooks, all read by their authors!

Queer Poetry Collections to Read During National Poetry Month

Pick up these queer poetry collections for National Poetry Month, or any month, and discover diverse voices as fresh as they are powerful.

50 Must-Read Poetry Books For Kids

The rhythm, word play, and creativity in poetry books for kids make them the perfect companion to language acquisition and developing literacy skills.