Why take the time to put a poem in your heart? It’s a fun and simple way to… As for us, we believe that if there were a poem in every heart (and story in every soul), the world would be a kinder and more interesting place. Need more reasons to memorize poems […]
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A Poem in Every Heart: John Borling, John McCain and the Hanoi Hilton
The late John McCain and his fellow prisoners of war tapped poetry and story between the walls of their cells, making a poem in every heart (and a story in every soul) a key to helping each other live.
A Poem in Every Heart: I May, I Might, I Must
We believe a heart can hold many poems. But every heart should have at least one. Join author Laura Lynn Brown, as she reveals a “can do” poem she put into her heart.
Poets and Poems: Laurie Klein and “House of 49 Doors”
“House of 49 Doors,” the new poetry collection by Laurie Klein, reminds us we never really live our childhood behind.
Poets and Poems: Moira Lineman and “Toward”
Poet Moira Linehan had the gifts of simplicity and wisdom, and she shared those gifts in the poems of her collection “Toward.”
Poets and Poems: B.H. Fairchild and “An Ordinary Life”
In “An Ordinary Life,” poet B.H. Fairchild looks to the ordinary to find solace for grief at the death of his son.
Poets and Poems: Yvor Winters and “Selected Poems”
“Yvor Winters: Selected Poems,” provides a fine collection of the importance and impact of an avant garde poet turned formalist.
Poets and Poems: Emma Lazarus and “Selected Poems”
Known for a single if famous poem, Emma Lazarus was an accomplished poet, writer, polemicist, and champion for the Jewish people.
Poets and Poems: James Sale and “StairWell”
In “StairWell,” poet James Sale continues his Dante-like epic poem, a marvel of imagination and insight into postmodernism.
Happy Birthday, Every Day Poems!
Every Day Poems turns twelve today. A dozen years of poetry love. A dozen years of inspiration. Come write a birthday poem in celebration!
“My Heart Leaps Up” by William Wordsworth
< Return to all Wordsworth poems My Heart Leaps Up My heart leaps up when I behold A rainbow in the sky: So was it when my life began; So is it now I am a man; So be it when I shall grow old, Or let me die! The Child is father […]
Writing Prompt: Open Wide Your Wounded, Wonderful Heart
What book helps you write from your wounded and wonderful heart? Author Callie Feyen discusses teaching “Walk Two Moons.”
By Heart: ‘The Secret’ by Denise Levertov
The secret of life is found in a sudden line of poetry. Join us as we learn Denise Levertov’s “The Secret” By Heart.
Can a Machine Write Better Than You?—5 Best (And Worst) AI Poem Generators
Ever wanted AI to write a poem for you? Well, you’re in luck—here are 5 best AI poem generators around, featuring Hades and Persephone.
Earth Song Book Club: Garden Poems
In this week’s Earth Song discussion, Rebecca Martin starts smack dab in the middle of garden poems.
Poetry Prompt: Poem for a Summer’s Finish
Join author Callie Feyen has she explores summer’s finish and autumn’s beginning as her daughter prepares to start high school.
By Heart: ‘California Hills in August’ by Dana Gioia
Hate not heat and drought. Join Megan Willome as she learns to love her brown hills by learning a summer Dana Gioia poem By Heart.
Poet Laura: Not Your Great-Grandma’s Love Poem
What makes a love poem really work? Karen Paul Holmes breaks it down in this month’s Poet Laura column, featuring a poem by Kory Wells.
By Heart: ‘Listening to Peter and the Wolf’ by A.E. Stallings
The music is loose! Face your fear and learn a poem by A.E. Stallings about listening to “Peter and the Wolf” By Heart.
Poet Laura: Poems of Identity
Poems of identity can orient us to who we are and who we want to continue to be—even against the odds of unkind or neglectful forces.