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

"Hare’s Lullaby"
I thought of cutting off the foot, finding the well of rusted luck hidden in the now calm sandy furrow seven years quicker than the life of a man and amorous toward the sport.
By Mirela Todorovic 12 months ago in Poets
John Milton's Heaven Misplaced
Book I & II: Satan's Disobedience and Commotion The sonnet opens in medias res, after Satan and his revolt blessed messengers have been cast out of Paradise taking after their fizzled resistance against God. They discover themselves in Hell, a destroy and searing put where they rally beneath Satan's administration. Milton portrays Satan as a effective, charismatic figure, full of resistance and desire. His popular statement, “Better to rule in Hell than serve in Heaven,” captures his pride and assurance.
By Mr Ali12 months ago in Poets
Letter To No One
I am sitting here today writing this as I have just come home from seeing all of you and realizing that all my past failures and mistakes are always going to be helg against me. I am never going to escape the foolishness of my past. Those mistakes I made back then are haunting me and I don't know if I will ever be able to escape them.
By Henry Parrish Jr.12 months ago in Poets
Terrance Hayes: A Modern Poet of Innovation and Identity
Early Life and Influences Born in Columbia, South Carolina, in 1971, Terrance Hayes grew up with a deep appreciation for both literature and visual art. His early exposure to the works of poets such as Gwendolyn Brooks, Robert Hayden, and Yusef Komunyakaa shaped his understanding of poetry as a medium for both self-expression and social commentary. He attended Coker College on a basketball scholarship, later earning an MFA in creative writing from the University of Pittsburgh.
By Mr Ali12 months ago in Poets
Symphony of Silence: A Boy's Journey in 900 Words
In a quiet village nestled between rolling hills and whispering pines, there lived a boy named Eli. When Eli was born, the village elders gathered at his cradle, their faces etched with unease. A peculiar enchantment had settled over him: he would speak only 900 words in his entire lifetime. Once those words were spent, his voice would vanish forever. The elders whispered of an ancient tale—a bard who’d angered a forest spirit, cursed to lose his voice after squandering his words on lies. But Eli’s parents, farmers with calloused hands and tender hearts, refused to call it a curse. “It’s a riddle,” his father said, “and riddles have answers.”
By K. B. 12 months ago in Poets
Natalie Diaz: A Poetic Voice of Identity, Love, and Resistance
Early Life and Background Diaz's upbringing in the Mojave Desert significantly influences her poetic voice. Growing up in a family deeply connected to Mojave traditions and languages, she was immersed in the narratives of her ancestors. However, her journey also involved navigating the challenges of being an Indigenous person in contemporary America, a theme that often surfaces in her poetry.
By Mr Ali12 months ago in Poets
In English we say
In english we say ... "I miss you." In Poetry we say.. Your words echo in the basketball I tribble, would it rebound?
By Karun 12 months ago in Poets
The Last Storm
The wind howled through the empty streets, carrying with it the scent of rain that would never come. The sky, a dull shade of gray, loomed over the remains of a once-thriving city. Crumbling buildings stood like forgotten tombstones, their windows shattered, their walls cracked by time and neglect. The world had dried up, leaving nothing but dust and despair in its wake.
By Pranshu verma12 months ago in Poets
The Love That Never Was
I traced forever in your skin, but you were never mine to keep. Love slipped through my fingers, soft as whispers, sharp as loss.
By PSYGENIUS12 months ago in Poets
Louise Glück: A Poet of Deep Introspection and Lyrical Elegance
Early Life and Influences Born in New York City on April 22, 1943, Glück grew up in Long Island. From a young age, she exhibited a deep love for literature and the written word. However, her teenage years were marked by personal struggles, including a battle with anorexia nervosa. These early experiences with suffering and recovery would later influence the themes of her poetry, particularly her exploration of pain, survival, and identity. She attended Sarah Lawrence College and later Columbia University, though she did not earn a formal degree. Instead, she dedicated herself to the craft of poetry, studying under the guidance of influential poets and mentors.
By Mr Ali12 months ago in Poets
Jericho Brown: A Poet of Power, Identity, and Innovation
Early Life and Career Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 1976, Jericho Brown (born Nelson Demery III) was raised in the South, an environment that deeply influenced his writing. He attended Dillard University before earning an MFA from the University of New Orleans and later a Ph.D. in literature and creative writing from the University of Houston. His early work was marked by a keen sensitivity to language and a deep engagement with the complexities of Black identity and experience.
By Mr Ali12 months ago in Poets
Ada Limón: A Voice of Contemporary American Poetry
Early Life and Influences Born in Sonoma, California, in 1976, Ada Limón's upbringing in a nature-rich environment significantly influenced her poetry. She frequently draws from landscapes, flora, and fauna to frame human experiences. Her Mexican-American heritage also plays a crucial role in her work, as she often explores themes of identity and belonging. She earned an MFA from the creative writing program at New York University, where she studied under renowned poets who helped shape her voice.
By Mr Ali12 months ago in Poets