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Poets and Poems: Andrea Potos and “Her Joy Becomes”

By Glynn Young 8 Comments

Ice on twig Andrea Potos Her joy Becomes

In “Her Joy Becomes,” poet Andrea Potos invites the reader into her mind and her heart to experience what her mother meant to her.

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Poet Laura: Invitation to Lightness from Dheepa Maturi

By Dheepa R. Maturi 16 Comments

Green Leaves in Light

Meet Tweetspeak’s incoming Poet Laura, Dheepa Maturi, who promises a deep exploration of chocolate and an invitation to walk lightly together.

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Poetry Prompt: Unhoped Joy

By Callie Feyen 7 Comments

Where this week, will you find joy unhoped for?

What does joy that is unhoped for look like? Join author Callie Feyen as she explores the warmth of gloves and other gifts from the pandemic.

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Smiles, Laughter & Joys: What Joy Feels Like Poetry Prompt

By Callie Feyen 4 Comments

No matter what you're feeling, it's nice to have a friend by your side.

Join author Callie Feyen as she talks with kindergarteners about being frustrated and watches as they head toward joy, balloons in hand.

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What the Book Needs: Creating The Joy of Poetry – Part 4

By Megan Willome 11 Comments

Megan Willome ends her 4-part series about creating The Joy of Poetry with a simple admonition for writers: be open to what your book needs.

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R Is for Rewriting: Creating The Joy of Poetry – Part 3

By Megan Willome 12 Comments

As Megan Willome approaches the task of rewriting The Joy of Poetry, she finds a different rhythm to her work.

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