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The Poetry of the Everyday Every day, in small moments, can be filled with poetry. From the joy of a morning cup of coffee to the warmth of a sunset, the poetry of the everyday can be found in the simple moments. Whether it's in the mundane, like a grocery list, or in the magical, like a snowfall, these moments can be filled with beauty and joy. This article explores some of the ways to find and appreciate the poetry of the everyday. The Power of the Written Word Poetry has been around for centuries, and its timeless power to move people has made it a beloved art form. From moving sonnets to thought-provoking haikus, the written word has the ability to evoke emotion, create understanding, and inspire. This article looks at the power of the written word and how it can be used to express emotions, build bridges, and create positive change. The Art of Spoken Word Spoken word poetry is a unique form of performance art that combines the power of the written word with the emotion of spoken performance. It's a powerful tool for self-expression, storytelling, and rallying people to action. This article explores the art of spoken word and how it
Gerard Smyth writes: War poet. Love poet. Nature poet. Elegist. Witness to the ‘Troubles’ and what in one poem he calls ‘the stereophonic nightmare / Of the Shankill and the Falls’. Michael Longley had a superb capacity to invent variations on his themes, and each became intrinsic to his art. The sustaining element across his […]
Stephen Jaech Author Interview Harmony River is a heartfelt collection of poetry that immerses the reader in the rhythm of nature, memory, and human emotion. What inspired you to write this particular collection of poems? I write each day. Every day. If an inspiration comes, I will be at the keyboard to receive it. It…
Since it is the first Sunday in March, as well as the second day of Karen’s month-long Reading Wales 2025 event, I will share a poem written by Gillian Clarke about the joys of rising early one Sunday morning before turning to the daily papers and there finding news of war, famine, cruelty and terrorism.
Aurora Hatchel Author Interview Sadness & Sadness Accessories is a raw, vulnerable, and unapologetically human collection of poetry that explores identity, trauma, queerness, grief, and resilience with a voice that is equal parts tender and ferocious. What inspired you to write this particular collection of poems? There are poems in this collection that I wrote ten…
Reading poetry in the winter offers a unique comfort, as the cold, often bleak environment outside contrasts with the warmth and intimacy found in verse. The act of curling up with a collection of poems allows one to escape into a world of emotion and reflection, where the themes of solitude and introspection resonate deeply…
‘Surprised by Joy’ is a heart-breaking poem written by William Wordsworth when recalling the grief of his daughter Catherine’s passing. The poem is written in the form of a sonnet, with the first eight lines describing his initial shock and disbelief, and the last six lines expressing his deep sorrow and regret. Surprised by Joy…