Michael Longley, 85, Northern Irish Poet of Nature and ‘the Troubles,’ Dies
Ceasefire,” his most famous poem, invoked the “Iliad” in exploring his country’s sectarian strife. But his work wasn’t ...
Poet Amanda Gorman helps children find their voice with new picture book
Amanda Gorman made her voice heard in January 2021 while reading the poem for President Joe Biden’s inauguration.
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Poet Aja Monet’s Cure for Loneliness
She's reviving the Black Arts Movement’s tradition of pairing poetry with live music—and drawing Gen Z off their phones and ...
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Celebrated poet explores power of words at MSU’s Visiting Writers Series
STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State University’s Department of English welcomes award-winning author Cindy Juyoung Ok, an ...
Massachusetts announces its first state poet laureate position
The poet laureate will serve as an ambassador for the arts to promote creative expression and inspire writers across the ...
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Ulster County taps Mike Jurkovic as 2025 Poet Laureate
Mike Jurkovic, published poet, music critic, and Wallkill resident, has been appointed as the 2025 Ulster County Poet Laureate, according to an announcement from Ulster County ...