Discover the captivating journey of writer and filmmaker Corinne Owens in this exclusive interview. From her roots in the American South to studying literature and drama in Ireland, Corinne shares insights into her creative process, influences, and the release of her latest works – the short film series "These Matterless Things" and her debut poetry collection, "The Sea Sleeps in the Chest." Dive into the interview to explore themes of identity, homecoming, and the beauty in life's small moments.
Read MoreDiscover the Inspiring Journey of Claire Thom: A Teacher-Turned-Publisher Balancing Words and Wisdom. Dive into the world of education and publishing as Claire shares her experiences, challenges, and advice on running The Wee Sparrow Poetry Press while working full-time. Explore her insights on language, motivation, and the power of kindness in the literary world.
Read MoreDiscover the captivating work of Jocelyn Ulevicus, an American artist, writer, and poet, as she delves into themes of healing, trauma, and womanhood. Learn about her latest book, "The Difference Between Breathing and Swallowing," and explore the power of resilience and transformation in her poetic journey.
Read MoreUnveiling the Third Self: An Encounter with Salem Paige, a remarkable transgender poet whose introspective works have captivated readers worldwide. Explore the depths of their latest book, 'The Third Self,' as we delve into themes of creative identity, self-discovery, and the transformative power of poetry. Join us on a journey of introspection and artistic exploration, as Salem Paige invites readers to embrace vulnerability, break free from creative confines, and forge their own unique voices. Discover the resonance of their poetic tapestry and unlock the transformative potential of self-expression.
Read MoreIn this interview article, we sit down with Sydney-based writer, poet, and artist agent, Julie Stenton, to discuss her recently published poetry collection, In the Dream I Jump From a Great Height and Land Safely. We delve into the inspiration behind the book, Julie's literary and artistic crushes, and what literary success looks like to her. Join us as we explore the emotive and thought-provoking themes of identity and belonging that run through Julie's work.
Read MoreRead this exclusive interview with Kate Gough, the author of the newly released book, 'The Maiden in the Tower.' Discover Kate's creative process and inspiration behind her poetry, as well as her journey to becoming a published author. Get a behind-the-scenes look at 'The Maiden in the Tower,' now available on Amazon in both Kindle and paperback formats.
Read MoreTime Wears Boots & other poems by Shay Rose is a collection of poetry that centres around a single narrator, who reflects on (her) life and yearns for more. This is a story about the emotional swings experienced when she realizes that in order to pursue everything she wants to in her life, change needs to occur.
Read MoreJOHN JAMES (alias F.J. Page), is a Warwickshire-born musician, poet, playwright and author. He has always had a vast interest in literature, vintage aesthetics, jazz music and many other bizarre and eccentric things. While he may spend his time teaching and music making, he also finds many moments to sit down and put pen to paper. As well as writing poetry, he has also written radio drama scripts, and novellas of different genres; but mainly focusing on crime thrillers or espionage fuelled plots, as well as the odd journal entry on various topics. He is very excited to have a collection of his work published by such a wonderful company.
Read MoreEmma Williamson is a fiction writer and poet from Toronto. Her short fiction has been published by Dark Moon Digest and Toasted Cheese Literary Journal, and her poetry has appeared in several anthologies. She has received various writing prizes, including being selected as a finalist for Canada’s prestigious 2020 Alice Munro Short Story Prize.
Read MoreAll poetry is good if you like it. People laugh at Rupi Kaur and say her poems are no good, and yet they are read by many people, and she makes her money out of poetry. The people who often sneer at her are literary professionals and academics who make money out of teaching because only their friends and pupils ever get to read their work. Kaur’s work is not my thing at all, but at least she is a true poet who lives by her words. Just like the many typewriter poets in the US and elsewhere, as well as poetry on Instagram, the work is read by ordinary people, not just students of poetry in educational institutions or posh poetry magazines. I want all sorts of people to read and enjoy my work if possible.
Read MoreJai M Louissen is a Scottish-born poet, now living via London in the coastal natural beauty of The Netherlands. Having spent time composing songs and music as a singer, recording artist and performer, her work began as a longing to be closer to her own inner world.
Read MoreKaci Skiles Laws wrote her first haiku in third grade about a giraffe. Years later, she wrote her first accomplished poem about her barn cat, Tinkerbell, who later died after getting attacked by her brother’s Jack Russell. The day her mom came to tell her the news she already knew. At the time, she didn’t understand she had the gift of clair cognizance, sometimes referred to as a sixth sense. As a little girl she was perceptive and sensitive in ways her mom respected as true insight, while other, insensitive people didn’t believe her or called her dramatic.
Read MoreChristina Hennemann is a writer and teacher based in the beautiful West of Ireland. She grew up in Germany and started writing her first English poems at the age of six with the help of a dictionary. Since moving to Ireland, she has been writing professionally. Her work has appeared in orangepeel, Anti-Heroin Chic, Goats Milk, Free Verse Revolution Lit, Tír na nÒg and elsewhere.
Christina writes about the subconscious mind, trauma, the healing power of nature and spirituality and relationships.
Read MoreSean Tierney is a poet and solar etched printmaker currently based in Florida. Born and raised in New England, Sean developed a love for nature that permeates nearly all of his written works. In 2009, he became involved with Ra Press of Vermont and released six collections of poetry in the Green Mountain and Adirondack regions. In 2018 and 2019 he was a contest judge for the Poetry Society of South Carolina.
Read MoreJude Raed is a Palestinian-Jordanian poet, writer and language enthusiast. She likes labaneh with mint on toast, collecting books and sci-fi movies. Her socks never match, and she finds it very weird talking about herself in the third person.
Read MoreAfi Koasi is a Ghanaian writer who through poetry has found a passionate outlet of self-expression. Her poems reflect the very essence of word power, exposing the reality of stories written beautifully. She’s a writer determined to be heard, writing away her deepest thoughts as experienced and observed. Afi is a lover of art, music and chocolates.
Read MoreArthur Nolan is a fairly fresh poet, only considering poetry as a full-time creative outlet recently. He tries to write in a range of tones and genres, from surrealism to comedy, and despite an emerging style, considers his room for growth far from done. Arthur’s work can be read in our latest Quarterly Anthology ‘Depression is What Really Killed the Dinosaurs.’ You can read more of his work on his Instagram.
Read MoreSarah Schriber is an educator and writer in Washington, DC. She studied English Literature at Johns Hopkins University. Sarah’s work can be read in our latest Quarterly Anthology ‘Depression is What Really Killed the Dinosaurs.’ This is the poet’s first publication.
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