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Poets Media isolates the most poignant, powerful, and exquisitely composed verses and quotes in the universal poetry canon.

Poetic Justice
I wrote this poem under a Leo moon, after I had been betrayed. Moon In Leo … something to be Dear Diary, Sometimes there’s just too much
By Jennidoll of (jennidoll.inc)8 months ago in Poets
3/7/22
Handprints upon paper to ensure my life does not end with me and I know this may burn in the candle’s flame because I can’t
By Olivia Dodge8 months ago in Poets
It's always darkest before the dawn
A poem I wrote at one of the darkest times. There was no hope to be found. So, I wrote. And I waited to see the sun. *** Moon in Aquarius
By Jennidoll of (jennidoll.inc)8 months ago in Poets
William Shakespeare (1564–1616)
Introduction William Shakespeare (1564–1616) is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and one of the most influential playwrights in history. His plays, which range from comedies like A Midsummer Night's Dream to tragedies like Hamlet, have been performed more often than any other playwright's works. But who was the man behind the quill? Was he truly the sole author of his works, or do conspiracy theories about his identity hold weight? How did a Stratford-upon-Avon glover’s son become a literary legend?
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Poets
Sunscreen (My Version)
Ladies and gentlemen of the class of [current year]. Wear sunscreen…. If I could offer you one tip for the future sunscreen would be it. The long-term benefits of sunscreen have been scientifically proven whereas the only basis for my advice is my own meandering experience. I shall dispense this advice…. now!
By ChampionElCid8 months ago in Poets
Royal Voices
Ingrit started sifting through the pages Like a colander of flour The ventriloquist taught skills of mages Sharing in detail, secret powers
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden8 months ago in Poets
Eternal Flame: A Love Poem
In the quiet hush of twilight’s glow, Where golden sun and shadows flow, I find your name upon the breeze, A whispered sigh among the trees.
By Am@n Khan 8 months ago in Poets
Ashes in the Rain
I. The City Sleeps with One Eye Open The city hunches like a drunk in the alley, coughing neon into puddles, its breath thick with secrets and gin.
By Esther Sun8 months ago in Poets
rage potion #seven
I slipped the Rage potion #7 inside my mouth I knew it was coming The rage turned to deep-inside-welling-up melancholy How much more pain can I feel inside before it hits a nerve hits a wall hits something other than me
By Melissa Ingoldsby8 months ago in Poets
Heart Armor
I forged my ribs into blackened steel, where love once burned, now cold, concealed. A throne of ash, where hope once knelt—
By mitty anego8 months ago in Poets
My First Threesome
I am Amara and I am now thirty, but this happened when I was 27. At the time, I felt like my sex life with my boyfriend Jason had fallen into a routine. That all changed one evening when he came home with a spark in his eyes and an idea that nearly made me choke on my wine.
By Olivia Chastity8 months ago in Poets
After Six Years His Wife’s Darkest Secret Exposed
At a gathering in California, I met a man who shared a story that completely stunned me. With a few drinks giving him the courage to speak then he opened up about the unbelievable circumstances surrounding his marriage.
By Olivia Chastity8 months ago in Poets