Poems & Poets

Victoria James’ I’ve Already Written This Poem, but Hear Me Out captures the chaos of daily life, from messy rooms to minor frustrations, all delivered with wit and honesty. A relatable glimpse into the everyday.

Andre F. Peltier’s Dinosaur Footprints captures a fleeting moment in northern Arizona, where the promise of ancient tracks leads to an unexpected encounter. Beneath the desert heat, local vendors offer more than turquoise—they offer resilience and quiet strength.

Mimi Bordeaux’s Bhami takes readers on a surreal, feverish journey through disorienting sensations, blending fragmented thoughts with visceral imagery. The poem captures a chaotic internal experience, evoking a sense of urgency and physical unraveling.

In By the River, Thompson Emate celebrates nature’s resilience and perpetual vitality. The poem reflects on the steadfastness of growth amid adversity, revealing how purpose and abundance persist through time’s ebb and flow.

Rene McKeel’s poem reflects on longing for cherished moments and the warmth of a grandmother's touch. The imagery of honeysuckle and lilacs intertwines with a deep yearning for simple joys and the comfort of the past.

In Sympathy Oranges, Carleigh Lacroix reflects on a bowl of oranges from her late grandfather's wife, a gift that evokes memories of his annual holiday tradition. The citrus fruits, once a bright reminder of sunny Florida, now stand as a ...

In Can I Serve You Breakfast?, H.R. Harper presents a haunting metaphor of forgotten promises and unpaid debts. Through imagery of wolves and a tattered robe, the poem explores themes of memory and retribution.