Please come out to Brandywine for a book reading. I’ll be there reading my creepy new poem, “You Were Never Really There.” Thank you, HamLit Editors, Rochelle, David, and Joe.
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Corridor Zine Vol. 32: Poetry that Connects Past and Present
Corridor Vol. 32 is full of poems that look at memory, change, and the unknown. Many pieces show how the past stays with us—whether it’s a childhood lunch box, an old mill, or a winding tunnel that feels like a dream. The writers move between everyday life and moments that feel mysterious or otherworldly, like voices of ancestors, strange Halloween magic, or rivers blessed by a goddess.
Experience Tongue in Ink: Purchase Tickets at Village Books Now
Come out in January for the first local book launch reading!
In Tongue in Ink, her fifth poetry collection, Shannon Laws explores themes of time, identity, and emotion through vivid imagery and thoughtful reflection. Paired with original collage art by Kathleen McKeever, this collection captures the fleeting beauty of nature while evoking transformation and quiet moments of revelation. Each poem resonates beyond the page.
The Intersection of AI and Poetry: Thoughts on Creativity
Do you have an opinion about A.I. in the creative world? I enjoyed listening to my poems as songs. It was easy to generate, took less than 2 minutes and it was free. Is it low-hanging fruit, another tool in the toolbox, or just pure creative laziness?
Surviving a Life-Altering Accident and Finding Strength in the Idiocracy Era
He took off his black RUSH concert shirt. Gave it to the lady, “Here”. She began to dab my head with it. My voice left me. I was unable to yell, “NO! I don’t want sweaty rocker sweat in my open wound!” but I thought it. She ignored all basic first aid protocols, using a crossing motion, and she baptized me in the name of Lee, Peart, and Lifeson. Brushing off blood and gravel from my face.
Corridor, Vol 18: Shaping My Thoughts – August 2024 Edition
What an outstanding volume this month. I’m so delighted that this little found art project is attracting other artists and poets. Still, I reserve the last page to include a poem of mine. Ya all can’t have all the fun! Thank you all for your contributions and joining me in this enchanting project!
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my country tis of thee
Our country has committed so many wrongs, however, it hurts seeing white supremacist in my own town use the American flag as their LOGO for their version of “freedom and truth.” It’s time to take back the flag.
Corridor is BACK!
Calling all poets and artists along the I-5 Corridor! The zine “Corridor” needs you. The submission deadline for the first volume is March 15, 2024. See below for details, FAQs, and other mind-blowing information.
Eyes Open
One night after the open mic, we took note and began to speculate who these mysterious people could be. What was their story? Did they know each other? Were they once married? My favorite theory was it was God, curious about the Bellingham Poetry scene.
March Corridor
The March edition of Corridor is out and about. Please keep your eyes out for it around town. It’s a little 5×7 10-page zine, sitting there, wanting to wish you a good day. One more zine to go and the project will end. Poetry Month 2022 to Poetry Month 2023.
“Moss” is a sample of a poem in the zine. Hope you enjoy it.
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