October Poem: Arachno-phobia
Caught in a spider web, this writer fears the black widow that approaches.
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September Poem: A Dance in the Field
Cassandra May Howell compares the twinkle of fireflies to dancers and her childhood self to the hunter against a twilight sky.
August 2024 Poem: Letter to C. From Ashe County
The writer of this poem finds himself noticing the intricate amazing details of blooming flowers and captivating hummingbirds
June Poem: Wishing
This poem touches on some of the challenges in society, and what we wish we could do instead.
April 2024 Poem: Ibis of Guyana
This poem parallels a mother bird building a nest and a parent raising a child before each sends their young off into the world.
March 2024 Poem: The last time my mother
Debra Kaufman reflects on a melancholy but special time with an aging parent as her memories start to fade.
February 2024 Poem: Southern Comforts
As a mother shares a mug of hot chocolate with her son, she reflects on the traditions her own mother passed down.
December Poem: Reduced for Quick Sale
These stanzas encourage us to reflect on the real spirit of the holiday and to resist the urge to get carried away with gifts and events.
November 2023 Poem: Elsewhere
This poem is dedicated to George Moses Horton, an enslaved poet and the first Black American to publish a book in the South.
October 2023 Poem: What I Kept
A writer reflects on the items she held on to after her mother passed away.
August 2023 Poem: How I Want to Love You
In this poem, a couple contemplates whether to continue with their relationship.
Meet North Carolina’s High School Poet Laureates
A new program developed by Jaki Shelton Green celebrates talented young poets across the state. Meet the first four high school laureates.
Poetry: Times Change, Us Too by Leah Dew
This poem is by Leah Dew, the High School Poet Laureate at South Columbus High School, and reflects on the passage of time.
Poetry: Boylan Bridge by Justin Wellons
This peaceful poem by the East Columbus Junior/Senior High School Poet Laureate finds joy in humanity and our cities.