I think about "Hot Ass Poem" all the time thanks to D. A. Powell and I'm springing it on my fiction students today so we can talk about how form follows function

📖 POETRY MONTH ANNOUNCEMENT!📖 We're thrilled to announce the launch of Scribner’s Poetry Program that will feature some of the most breathtaking and innovative writing today. Read more on Publishers Weekly (including our open submission period): spr.ly/6015O3DVS 🧵 👇

Wise, wry, and penetrating, the aphoristic poems of BRAIDED CREEK: A CONVERSATION IN POETRY: EXPANDED ANNIVERSARY EDITION by TED KOOSER and JIM HARRISON explore love, the natural world, aging, everyday things, and poetry. Look for it August 15: bit.ly/3KEKAxI

We’re bringing back one of our most popular thank-you gifts ever! Donate any amount during National Poetry Month and you can instantly download a booklet of new writing prompts from Major Jackson and poets featured on The Slowdown. Get yours today at bit.ly/3GdTfWm

I like the way you imitate weather: a white breath, here and there, the rush and sting of pinkened air, a coven of crows talking briefly of home and then the pelted tree. Today's poem is “And Everywhere Offering Human Sound” by Joan Houlihan bit.ly/40g7fG2

From Duke University Press:

I wish I could subscribe to my own block list on another account. I have 20,000+ TERFs blocked on there and I'd like to maintain my record somewhere.

In WEST: A TRANSLATION, @PaisleyRekdal explores the cultural impact of America’s transcontinental railroad through the histories of those who built it, illuminating impactful forces of resistance. Please support poetry and celebrate resilience: bit.ly/3ZFlmES

This arrived in mail today and already I'm enthralled. A timely collection everyone should be reading.

I watched Lewis Capaldi's documentary and in case anyone was wondering what I thought of it

She finally summoned her #courage to tell him the truth about her past. Her previous abusive marriage. Disowning her alcoholic father. Her abortion that left her in a depressive state for months.#9forNavaratri Sumitra Singam (she/her/Baginda)

“The longer I live, the more deeply I learn that love — whether we call it friendship or family or romance — is the work of mirroring and magnifying each other’s light.” ~James Baldwin

Folks have been so sweetly sharing memories of Louise Glück and favorite poems of hers. Henri Henri Cole sent me this photo he took. I wish he had gotten in the photo too. We had such a good time that day. Louise looks great. I seem to be reaching into my pocket for a joint.

We are so excited to announce our nominees for Best of the Net! For poetry, we've nominated: @saheedtsunday, bobbie, Ayòdéjì Israel, salem paige ☾, and mosh pit daria! Check out their pieces here: talbot-heindl.com/2024nominations

Learn about C.D. Wright, the incredible woman behind the poetry, in THE ESSENTIAL C.D. WRIGHT, which features a moving introduction by Forrest Gander and archival photographs and materials. Make your gift to support this enlightening book today: bit.ly/3BoFEfg

"Cherish forever what makes you unique, 'cuz you're really a yawn if it goes." ---Big Bette

I had a great time reading at Bowling Green. Thanks to Amorak Huey for the dinner and intro and thanks to the grad students for asking interesting questions. The English department buys copies of the visiting writer’s book then sells it at a discount. I love this.

We'll have much more to share in the coming months. For now, an announcement of an important new collection, edited and translated by TAYSEER ABU ODEH (@odehtayseerabu) and SHERAH BLOOR.

Calling for unpublished novellas and poetry collections: Driftwood Press offers a cash prize, publication, and royalties! Use the link in our bio for details. #poetrycollection #novella