For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf, was created in 1974, and though some lines … More
Tag: National Poetry Month
Engage Teens: Do Something Different for National Poetry Month
It can be difficult to think of new ways to encourage readers to read poetry. Many teachers and librarians have … More
Texas Poet: Naomi Shihab Nye-This Week’s National Poetry Month Focus
“Being good felt like a heavy coat, so I took it off.” ― Naomi Shihab Nye Poet Naomi Shihab Nye, … More
“Clearly, a little permission is a dangerous thing.” Tess Gallagher – This Week’s Featured Poet in Celebration of National Poetry Month
Tess Gallagher may, unfairly, be more known for her marriage to short story legend Raymond Carver than she is for … More
April is National Poetry Month – This Week’s Featured Poet – Saul Williams
Saul Williams doesn’t like to be identified with any specific label but he has been called, poet, artist, rapper, singer … More
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