Too often, when people think of poetry they think, 'Oh great, another love poem.' Or another nature poem, or another poem rife with socio-political commentary. Well, I'm here to tell you there are ...

I’m David Harrison, Missouri’s 7th Poet Laureate. I live with my wife, Sandy, in Springfield, where it is my pleasure to host "Poetry from Daily Life." Since starting the column in November 2023, a ...

What would an acorn write to an oak tree? Or a coat to her button? A child to his toes? A pebble to the river? Dear Acorn, ...

This week’s guest on Poetry from Daily Life is Irene Latham, who lives on a lake in rural Alabama. Irene has loved poetry since childhood when her father introduced her to poems by Shel Silverstein.

Even if you never pick up a pen, observing your surroundings like a poet is a good habit to develop, author Lola Haskins writes.

LAC LA BICHE - Lac La Biche resident Andre Piquette recently released his debut book, ‘The Courage to Be You,’ a collection ...

The Robert Frost Society is bringing poetry to life in its debut West Coast premiere of This Verse Business, outlining the ...

Mother's Day is a time to honor the incredible women who have nurtured, supported, and loved us unconditionally. Finding the right words to express our gratitude can be challenging, but poetry offers ...

Poetry that cuts deep, heals wounds, and lingers—Dr. Ivan Edwards' new collection arrives soon. Dr. Ivan Edwards’ latest poetry collection explores life’s deepest emotions and truths—available soon.

"Come See Me in the Good Light" star Andrea Gibson died Monday at the age of 49. The late poet Andrea Gibson is the focus of the highly anticipated documentary "Come See Me in the Good Light." Gibson, ...