Why I Write Poetry edited by Ian Humphreys Holly Pester Black Lives Matter

Black Lives Matter

from sestinas to erasures

De Rokha is relatively unknown outside Chile

Lucia Orellana-Damacela contemplates how distant memories resurface at moments of life transition

Why I Write Poetry edited by Ian Humphreys Holly Pester Black Lives MatterWhat motivates poets in the 21st century? How do they find their voice? What themes and subject matters inspire them? How do they cope with set backs and deal with success? What keeps them writing? Why I Write Poetry, edited by Ian Humphreys, combines lively and thought provoking essays, along with individual writing prompts to help you create your own new poetry. In this book, twenty five contemporary poets reflect with insight, wit and wisdom on the