The World We Are

These poems (and illustrations) are both gentle and searing. I'm transported when I read them.

- Margaret Ann Silver

Lizzy's poems are searing, poignant, and beautiful.

- Margaret Ann Silver

Thomas' poetry is surprising, lyrical, rugged, funny, and beautiful--sometimes all in the same poem. That's a lot of adjectives, but they're all true.

- Margaret Ann Silver

I haven't been reading "of is & was" very long and I'm already determined to go back and read everything ER has written. There is so much variety, originality, humor, and gorgeous depth to these poems.

- Margaret Ann Silver

I've been through similar struggles with my young adult children (eating disorders, depression, and other mental health issues) and it can be very lonely. I feel less alone each time I read one of Serena's clear, thoughtful essays.

- Margaret Ann Silver

Krista's words are beautiful, true, and honest. Whenever I read her essays or poems, I feel a little closer to God and a little closer to living an authentic life.

- Margaret Ann Silver

This is a wonderful, welcoming community for poets (and/or people who love poetry). I appreciate Nelly's warmth, humor, and passion for poetry so much.

- Margaret Ann Silver

Reading LeeAnn's poems is kind of similar to plunging into a pool or a lake. I hold my breath, I look around, I see a different world, and I'm completely submerged in it. Then I come up for air, but the poems stay with me.

- Margaret Ann Silver

It's wonderful, tender, clever, and hilarious.

- Margaret Ann Silver

"The Public Domain Poetry Project" is one of my favorite ways to write poetry: in community. I like the unexpected places each line of poetry has taken me so far, and I love the way Tara opens each prompt session. She's always thoughtful, funny, and encouraging.

- Margaret Ann Silver