We were looking for poetry that had struck its readers, for whatever reasons, as unforgettable, enduring, and influential: ...

Johnny Tillotson, who has died aged 86, was a singer best known for his worldwide hit Poetry in Motion, a UK No 1 and US No 2 ...

Happy National Poetry Month everyone! I love poetry and for the last several years have taken it upon myself to post a poem a ...

Although his approach departs somewhat from Rilke’s — the speaker in these poems may not always love the questions quite as ...

Johnny Tillotson's death on April 1, 2025, closes an era for enthusiasts of early 1960s pop and country music. His skill in ...

Navigate your way into this beautiful art form with this list of the most famous poems ever written. What jumps into your mind when you think of the most famous poems ever written? Shakespearean ...

The son of an English teacher and a jazz musician, Rich Follett has a deep appreciation for the written word, particularly ...

There’s a lot going on in the poetry community right now. My Santa Barbara Independent colleague, George Yatchisin, will ...

Print out a poem before you go!" If you can't make it to Planet Word for the celebration, you can always share your favorite poem on social media with the hashtag #PocketPoem. You can also watch ...

T oday The Atlantic launches “The Best American Poetry of the 21st Century (So Far),” a new editorial project that brings ...