Poetry's got a reputation to uphold, apparently—the reputation of that last brutal Himalayan peak in the dim haze of the academic distance. There have been plenty of attempts to make it seem ...

Reading is writing, writing is reading and it's a good idea not to judge yourself with what you read. Especially poetry for young people. These are things that have helped me throughout the years. I ...

Matthew Zapruder makes the case for poetry’s accessibility and necessity in his debut work of nonfiction, “Why Poetry” (Ecco, $24.99). “The true meaning of a poem isn’t hidden in a textbook,” he ...

Maria Shriver is a dear friend, and one of the most thoughtful people I know. Over the years, I’ve watched her navigate immense joy and deep heartbreak with incredible grace — and now she’s sharing ...

Offering snacks and drinks can enhance the overall experience of your poetry night. Choose simple refreshments like tea, ...

The plot elements couldn't be juicier: a wealthy heiress, a little poetry magazine, millions of dollars. What to do? Since it was announced Friday that Poetry magazine will receive a bequest of $100 ...

If you’re looking for something to do in the week ahead that’s both free and hassle-free, you’ve come to the right place. MONDAY Poetry Out Loud Start your week off with class at the Smithsonian’s ...

In a city like Pittsburgh that is full of universities, libraries and theatres, celebrating National Poetry Month is easy. Poetry is a wide-ranging genre of writing and the events Pittsburgh has to ...