Additional Info Lemon - Love Poem on Def Poetry Jam Information courtesy, YouTube
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Why your self-published book needs a book party (via Blurb)
When we think of book parties, we tend to think of chic, Manhattan affairs. Norman Mailer—or rather his ghost—is there. At any moment Michiko Kakutani just might walk through the door. The book is published by Random House. But indies deserve a spotlight too. And the trick is getting your party right. First, let me … Continue reading Why your self-published book needs a book party (via Blurb)
(Video) Julian Curry | Niggers, Niggas & Niggaz
Additional Info The prevalence of the ugly word among blacks in America. Information courtesy, YouTube
Poetry Pairing: ‘November for Beginners’ (via NYTimes)
This Poetry Pairing features Rita Dove’s poem “November for Beginners” and the article “Heavy Autumn Snowstorm Barrels Across Northeast” by Al Baker, Elizabeth A. Harris and Sarah Maslin Nir. A new Poetry Pairing appears on the first Thursday of each month. To view all the Poetry Pairings we’ve published in collaboration with the Poetry Foundation … Continue reading Poetry Pairing: ‘November for Beginners’ (via NYTimes)
(Video) Sir Thomas | A Lesson on Love
Additional Info The Canvas is a spoken word and poetry event held in Houston, Texas. This was held at Houston Baptist University. chaseGodtv Website: http://www.chaseGod.tv Facebook | facebook.com/chaseGodtv Twitter | twitter.com/chaseGodtv Information courtesy, YouTube
King County wants you to have ‘a poetic experience’ on the bus (via Seattle Times)
Ever since she was a young girl, Merna Ann Hecht has been a poet. She recalls filling her third-grade journal with verses she often recited with her grandfather — her main source of poetic inspiration. “I was transfixed by him when I was a kid,” she said. “He had a really profound influence on me.” … Continue reading King County wants you to have ‘a poetic experience’ on the bus (via Seattle Times)
(Video) Anna Blackmore | And I’m Okay
Additional Info Original piece "And I'm Okay" written and performed by Anna Blackmore. Published in Glenlawn Collegiate's "Ignite" magazine. Produced by Mr. Hansen's ENG40STF class in May of 2014. Information courtesy, YouTube
Verbal Blend to Premiere Poetry for the People Scholar Series (via SyracuseUniv)
Verbal Blend, a spoken-word poetry program out of the Office of Multicultural Affairs, will premiere Poetry for the People Scholar Series Thursday, Nov. 6, at 8 p.m. in 304ABC Schine Student Center, featuring Gloria Velásquez. Velásquez will discuss and perform poems from “I Used to be a Superwoman.” Velásquez is an internationally acclaimed author who holds … Continue reading Verbal Blend to Premiere Poetry for the People Scholar Series (via SyracuseUniv)
(Video) Sir Abstraxxx | Bck&4th
Additional Info Directed By: MRx GoodEyeDEAs Starring: Alexzenia Davis (IG: @justlexzie) Music: Sir Abstraxxx "Bck&4th” Special thanks to Zora for the amazingly decorated location. #YouTheRealMVP For more from Sir Abstraxxx | soundcloud.com/sirabstraxxx Information courtesy, Vimeo
Poetry reading planned in C.F. on Wednesday (via WCF Courier)
Poet Bridgette Bates will present a poetry reading at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Center for Multicultural Education. Bates will read from her collection that debuts in November, "What is Not Missing is Light," that takes readers through a museum to observe fragments of statues that represent historical and cultural decay and perseverance. Bates graduated … Continue reading Poetry reading planned in C.F. on Wednesday (via WCF Courier)