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Reviews of the best poetry books, collections and anthologies; discover poems and up-and-coming poets across all cultures, genres and themes.

Vijay, the Heartthrob of Tamil Cinema
Vijay, the star of the silver screen, A true icon, whose talent is supreme. With a smile that lights up the sky, And a heart that's as big as his eyes.
By new king3 years ago in Poets
Whispers of the Wind
In you, I have found my heart's true home, A love that has flourished, and has never roamed, Your eyes sparkle like the stars up above,
By new king3 years ago in Poets
The Strength of a Woman
There's a beauty in a woman that's more than just skin deep, A strength and resilience that's often hidden, but never asleep,
By new king3 years ago in Poets
The End of the Poem: Oxford Lectures
THE END OF THE POEM: OXFORD LECTURES GET NOW!!! In his book "The End of the Poem: Oxford Lectures," Paul Muldoon, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, examines the nature of poetry and the role of the poet in contemporary society. Muldoon argues that poetry can never be fully understood or explained, and that the true meaning of a poem can only be discovered through the act of reading and interpretation.
By Cik Uann983 years ago in Poets
Unclaimed Verses
With ink and paper I shall compose, A poem without a claim of prose, To be shared with all who wish to read, Without restriction or fee to heed.
By thamee 163 years ago in Poets
Novel 📖🖋
Tamil novel character names. Here are some of the main characters' names from the historical Tamil novel "Ponniyin Selvan" by Kalki Krishnamurthy:
By VIJAYSHARMA3 years ago in Poets
To the TEA GIRL OF HUMMINGBIRD LANE
I found you at the public libary. I was looking for any Asian author. I am obsessed with Korea. You were sitting on the small book stand, a feature. I perused past my head tilted to the side to read the vertical names. That is how our faces met. Yours shrouded behind golden leaves and a sunset hue. Mine beneath plastic frames and a mask.
By Sofya Maxnide3 years ago in Poets
Unclaimed Verses
With ink and paper I shall compose, A poem without a claim of prose, To be shared with all who wish to read, Without restriction or fee to heed.
By thamee 163 years ago in Poets
The Flow of Words
Words flow from my pen, Like rivers through the land, A symphony of verse, Guided by my hand. Each letter a brushstroke,
By thamee 163 years ago in Poets
Who is No 1 Poet in World?
The best poets of all time are a matter of personal preference. However, some of the most renowned and celebrated poets throughout history include William Shakespeare, John Keats, Emily Dickinson, Walt Whitman, Robert Frost and Sylvia Plath. These brilliant authors have created works that continue to inspire readers around the world today.
By Joseph Criswell3 years ago in Poets
The Ugly Duckling
"The Ugly Duckling" is a classic tale about a little gray duckling who looks different from his siblings and is teased and bullied because of his appearance. Feeling sad and alone, he runs away from the farmyard and goes on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he encounters various animals who also tease and bully him. But eventually, the little gray duckling grows up and transforms into a beautiful swan. The other animals are amazed at his beauty and grace, and the swan realizes that he doesn't need the approval of others to be happy and content with who he is. The story teaches us about acceptance, self-discovery, and the importance of never giving up on ourselves or our dreams.
By SENTHIL KUMAR KL3 years ago in Poets
The River's Song
The river sings its endless tune, A song that fills the morning air, It flows and swirls beneath the moon, And whispers secrets everywhere.
By thamee 163 years ago in Poets