book reviews

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

Not a Word
I don’t care if it’s not a word I’m using it You heard If the antonym is real Then by god I’ll use anything that sounds right
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
Hacker
Rewriting the code To get rid of memories we hold Of times we scold Fearing the cheering of holidays And birthdays delight
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
You’re my Drug
You’re my my drug You’re my Dopamine dreams Raving romance Unimaginably uplifting Giddily giggling Together in the moonlight
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
When the World Stood Still
The echoes came, a world grown loud, Beneath the weight of the bustling crowd. Yet in two days, a story spread, Of silence born where chaos tread.
By Kamal Punabout a year ago in Poets
Criminals
There’s criminals that wear masks And criminals with guns But if you ask Who does the most damage It’s the criminals in suits and ties
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
The Phone Box
The Phone Box In the phone box, dimly lit, We talked all night, bit by bit. Words flowed freely, a heartfelt call, Where love began, and we gave our all.
By Marie381Uk about a year ago in Poets
Co-Federation of African football (CAF) Awards
Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has won the prestigious 2024 African Footballer of the Year Award Lookman beat Achraf Hakimi and others to the coveted award after a brilliant year for Atalanta and Nigeria
By Olaoluwaabout a year ago in Poets
The Journey of Life
Life is a journey, a winding road, Sometimes it’s light, sometimes a load. With hills to climb and rivers to cross, Moments of joy and moments of loss.
By Red Light signalabout a year ago in Poets
Cruel
Isn’t it cruel My stomach’s empty But my head is full Full of foolish ideas Of freedom Of peace We’re all out here Just trying to get a piece
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
Mistakes
I’ve been taken by you I want to make mistakes with you I want to raise the stakes with you You’re trapped in my mind
By Atomic Historianabout a year ago in Poets
Remembering Nikki Giovanni
Nikki Giovanni: A Voice That Echoed Through Generations On December 10, 2024, the world lost a poetic giant, Nikki Giovanni, at the age of 81. A celebrated poet, activist, and educator, Giovanni transformed the landscape of modern literature with her profound insights into race, identity, and humanity. Her passing leaves an irreplaceable void, but her words and deeds will continue to inspire generations.
By Iqra Jabeenabout a year ago in Poets
The Glance Of Amor
Silence that creeps in the hind of sights, The beauty of the admiring glance that dances through the gleaming eyes,
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Poets