Poems & Poets
Summer Night
In Summer Night by N.L. Holmes, the warm embrace of an August night is painted vividly through light spilling from an open door. Crickets sing while a bat flits through the darkness, capturing the essence of summer’s quiet beauty.
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The Seventh Column
In The Seventh Column, Klaudia Wysocky evokes the imagery of Diderot's "great book-city" from Les Bijoux Indiscrets. The poem reflects on the mental construct of this architectural marvel, now overshadowed by cranes and colorful, lamenting towers, blending historical grandeur with ...
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Damp Summer Night
In Damp Summer Night, Nivedita Shori captures the sensory experience of a humid summer evening. Through vivid imagery of a cool breeze, chirping crickets, and gentle water sounds, the poem immerses the reader in the subtle symphony of a sleepless ...
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A Bottle of Love at Sea
In A Bottle of Love at Sea, Ashley B presents a free verse poem capturing the turmoil of a stranded sailor adrift, yearning for home. The poem vividly conveys the sailor's desperation against the relentless sea, where cries for mercy ...
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Mitosis/Meiosis
In Mitosis/Meiosis, Mick Aquadale explores the dynamic process of cellular division with evocative prose. The piece intertwines biological concepts with rich imagery, depicting the relentless drive for vitality and connection at the microscopic level, where every cell strives to be ...
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Tricky Dancer
In Tricky Dancer, Cher Alex delves into the nature of fear as an elusive and disruptive force. Through vivid imagery of frantic squirrels and bewildered bats, the poem portrays fear as a pervasive, unsettling presence that invades the quiet moments ...
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Opportunity
In Opportunity, Thompson Emate reflects on the elusive nature of opportunity. The poem suggests that while opportunities may present themselves subtly and gently, our indifference can cause them to slip away, emphasizing the need for awareness and action to seize ...
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The Spring Wind
In The Spring Wind, Sarah Butkovic evokes the warmth of a spring day with nostalgic reflections. The poem beautifully contrasts the gentle embrace of the sun and wind with the changes in a person over time, suggesting a transformation shaped ...
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Ode to the Desert Onion
In Ode to the Desert Onion, Evie Groch celebrates the resilience of this unassuming plant. The poem highlights the onion's hearty nature and distinctive beauty, honoring its simple yet profound presence in the desert landscape.
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