Is It Flash Fiction or Poetry?
by Liz J. Bradley. Explore the blurred boundary between poetry and flash fiction. Examine form, language, and emotion to decide when a story belongs to verse or prose.
Speculative Poetics
The First Hugo for Poetry: An Interview with Marie Brennan
by Holly Lyn Walrath. Speculative poetry has just made history with its first Hugo Award. In this interview, winner Marie Brennan explains why this recognition could help readers appreciate poetry as a powerful form of speculative storytelling.
Seven Lessons for My Past Self on Running a Small Press
by Holly Lyn Walrath. From contracts to community, a small press founder shares seven essential lessons: what to expect, what to avoid, and what truly matters.
Poetry in Print: Shaping Your Own Chapbook
by Wendy Van Camp. Learn how to craft your own poetry chapbook—from selecting a theme to designing the cover—with tips to publish, connect, and share your voice.
Using Pop Culture as Poetic Inspiration
by Gwynne Garfinkle Pop culture such as movies, TV shows, music, and graphic novels can be a great source for
How Many Poems Does It Take to Make You a Poet?
by Brenda Gates Spielman When my first book was published in 1979, I had no difficulty describing myself as an
Awards in Speculative Poetry: Ways (and Reasons) to Celebrate Excellent Writing
by Brian U. Garrison A poem doesn’t need an award to have impact. But the process of celebrating builds community,