Strangeness arrests. It can cause inquiry, new vision, fear, a will to act (or not act). Let’s harness the power of strangeness in this week’s prompt.
Shakespeare & Company: Dream a Little Dream Prompt
Dream a little dream with us, in this Shakespeare poetry prompt. You can deny what the poem means, if anything at all. That’s the beauty of a dream.
Heroes and Villains Poetry Prompt: Lord of the Flies
The Lord of the Flies has strong villains and heroes, including the landscape itself. Use it as a source for your next poem?
10 Great Mother’s Day Gifts—for the Writing Mom
Looking for last-minute great Mother’s Day Gifts? If your mom is a writer (or you think she could be), these titles are for her.
Castle Conversations: Arianna Huffington at Manhattanville College
Manhattanville College serves up intriguing Castle Conversations, beginning with Arianna Huffington, a woman both visionary and down-to-earth.
Top Ten National Poetry Month Books and Tools!
Looking for the best National Poetry Month books and tools? From Billy Collins to haiku, from sonnets to cinnamon & jealous poem stacks, this list entices!
Read for Fun—It’s Time to Put the Love Back In
The Read for Fun movement began with a single tweet. It’s about books, love, and fun. Or maybe it’s about life.
The Poet is In: Ask Us Anything About Poetry
You have poetry questions. We have (some) poetry answers—and questions of our own. Join our latest discussion!
10 Spring Books to Help Kiss Winter Goodbye
Here are ten great “spring books” to help us coax spring to (please!) make her appearance. From nonfiction to poetry to creativity and writing titles.
Get in Our E-Book: Every Day Ideas
When you dip into your Every Day Poems to find lines for poem starters, you could get published in our upcoming Every Day Ideas 2015 ebook.
10 Luscious Love Poem Books for Your Valentine
Yes, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but there is still time to treat your Love to one or more of these luscious love poem books.
Fifty Ways to Love Your Mother
Not sure how to love your Mother for Valentine’s Day? Check out these ways with words. From the poignant to the hilarious.
Congratulations and Writing Opportunity: Makes You Mom
A new website that could be a writing opportunity. You have a mom, right? There might be something you could write at Makes You Mom.
The Poet is In: Let’s Talk Sentimental Poetry
You wanted to know what makes for sentimental poetry. We’re here to answer that question and raise a few questions of our own.
Every Day Ideas: Poem Pinups
Now, when you share pictures of your Every Day Poem pinups, we’ll save them for possible inclusion in a special “Every Day Ideas” ebook in 2015.
On Being a Writer Workshop
A writing workshop that will help you develop a satisfying, lasting writing life. Learn from two great editors who’ve developed successful long-term careers.
The Poet is In: Ask Us Anything About Poetry!
You’ve got poetry questions. We’ve got award-winning poets and poetry reviewers. Ask us anything about poetry! The Poet is in, ready to answer.
Resolved: Citizens for a Saner Internet—and Life
What costs are you bearing—from an uncontrolled, angry, demanding Internet? And what are you going to do about it?
Why People Need Poetry, from Stephen Burt
There are all sorts of wonderful reasons why people need poetry. In this TED talk, Stephen Burt gives his intriguing ideas about a few.
Mischief Cafe: Lincoln, Nebraska
How do we love, across gaps and miles, and different ways of holding our teacups? The Mischief Café asks serious questions amidst great laughter.