“We have never been so far from the place we first touched”

Today’s poem is by the maestro himself, Richard Siken. Listen to “Cover Story” on the Deerfield Public Library podcast and follow along to hear LGBTQIA+ poets all month long. deerfieldlibrary.org/queerpoemaday/…

New poem, “Nymphaea,” about looking at impressionist paintings and having a sweaty sexy summer — thanks to Poet Lore and guest editor My middle initial isn’t ‘x’ 💗📚💗

Hear Matt Gellman read the title poem from his debut book, BEFORELIGHT (BOA Editions) on today’s episode. Follow the Deerfield Public Library podcast to find LGBTQIA voices all month long! deerfieldlibrary.org/queerpoemaday/…

I am currently filling out the author questionnaire for my debut collection, The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, forthcoming from Four Way Books in 2025! If you are interested in reviewing the book or interviewing me—shoot me a message and I’ll make sure you get a copy!

Big news! My new poetry collection STAR POWER will be published through Scribner

It’s pushing 90 in NYC today, but I’m wearing this sweatshirt just long enough to share exciting news: This fall, I’ll be joining the faculty at Sewanee: The University of the South as a Visiting Assistant Professor of English and Creative Writing. See you on the mountain! 💗📚💗

Feeling very grateful to have a poem featured in July’s Academy of American Poets Poem-a-Day thank you to torrin a. greathouse for selecting my work poets.org/poem-a-day

Friendly reminder that Trent Reznor is just a Tony short of being an EGOT and that we as a society can and should make Pretty Hate Machine: The Musical happen to achieve this end

a joy & honor to read with Joshua Garcia , Jim Whiteside , & Kurt David last night at Giovanni’s Room in Philly 🙇🏻‍♂️🦚✨

POV you’re going to a bachelor party in Las Vegas with 9 men who are all straight and mostly from the midwest

It’s gotta be a big mental hurdle going from “Hey cool my band is doing well” to “I have to sing ‘With Arms Wide Open’ every night so my kids can go to college”

Little Jimmy, Professor Jim

hard damage was published five years ago. five! i was in kabul. this little poetry book changed my entire life — i love her so much.

Unending gratitude to Patricia Smith, who is simply my north star in poetry. And huge thanks to the folks at Univ. of Arkansas Press. I'm so excited for you all to read this book 😊 And I can't wait to read these collections from Greg Rappleye, Dr. Mama (aka Julia Kolchinsky Dasbach), & Lena Moses-Schmitt

I can’t wait for you to read this incredible book by Keith S. Wilson It is a jungle gym for the mind and heart. A huge honor to welcome Keith to Milkweed Editions, a joy to have read the finalists. Congratulations to all!

Pub Day 🩵 Took my book on a walk to my favorite park, where the book begins & ends & my heart remains. Thank you to every friend, teacher & confidante for encouraging me. Thank you to Four Way Books for being a dream press. Saints of Little Faith is out in the world! 😌

Contract signed ! I’m happy to announce my debut manuscript is the winner of 2024 Levis Prize in Poetry, judged by the inimitable Ilya Kaminsky Ilya Kaminsky and will be published by the absolutely wonderful Four Way Books in spring 2026. Honored and grateful at the same time.💕💕