About this blog
One of America's most revered poets, Adrienne Rich, said, "The moment of change is the only poem." Because the world is always changing, poetry is everywhere, and everything can be versified.Here, I'll discuss and review contemporary books of poetry, with a focus on regional writers, publications, and organizations. I'll promote area writers by offering prompts and contests, because I want to foster a spirit of community centered around poets and readers of poetry. This is a place to demystify the art of poetry, to appreciate its economy of language, its precision of image and sound.
Please share suggestions for blog content by emailing me at sfleegal@ydr.com. I'd love to hear from you! Let's versify PA and support those who are doing the same.
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Tag Archives: Writer’s Digest
How are you active in your literary community? Tips for writers
Many writers I know are attending the annual Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP) conference this week in Boston. I’m jealous. If you’ve been to AWP, you know the book fair alone is worth the trip. Oh, the books. … Continue reading
Another poem-a-day challenge in November! Are you PAD-ing this month?
Every April for National Poetry Month, Writer’s Digest blogger Robert Lee Brewer posts a daily prompt for poets to encourage them to compose a poem a day. Last April, I made it to the 21st or so before my creative … Continue reading
