You’ve got the whole month of April to celebrate National Poetry Month. We’ve got the cut ‘n color poets and top 10 teaching ideas—for you to make it the most fun and informative thirty days ever!
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Happy National Poetry Month!
National Poetry Month begins this week. We’ve got you covered, whether you want to read or write your way through the celebration!
Announcing a New Book! — Sadbook Collections 3
The Sadbook Collections continues with Book 3! Let Sadbook make your day—or gift the collection to a friend or co-worker who needs a smile.
Alan Jacobs Writes a Biography of “Paradise Lost”
Alan Jacobs, in his biography of “Paradise Lost,” explains that the poem by John Milton serves as a cultural mirror.
Poets and Poems: Marjorie Maddox and “Hover Here”
The poems of “Hover Here” by Marjorie Maddox sit gently and quietly, taking their turn and waiting to be read.
J.R.R. Tolkien, Motorcars, and “The Bovadium Fragments”
In “The Bovadium Fragments,” J.R.R. Tolkien used allegory to oppose a road proposal and lampoon archaeologists.
Seven Tips for Researching Family Heritage
Researching my historical novel “Brookhaven” taught me several important lessons for researching family heritage.
Poetry Club Tea Date ✨ What Did You Do Last Week?
Get your favorite steep (or brew) and join us in writing a list poem based on Erin Murphy’s “What Did You Do Last Week?”
Learning by Poetry: Dans la Nuit
Learning anything takes a bit of trying, which can feel like a leap into thin air. Start with play. And this little French poem to inspire.