I'm elated to see my poem "Living Among Utter Falsehoods" in the latest edition of the magazine, Hudson Scholar. Click here to read the poem. Grateful for the EIC Milan Zhu and the entire team for bringing such a beautiful issue to fruition. About the Issue : Check out our first spring issue of the … Continue reading Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, Mar-Apr, Vol 19, 2026
Poetry to be published in Journal of NJ Poets, Vol 63
I'm extremely delighted to share the news that three of my poems, "Taste of Home", "Epicenter", and "Forgiveness" have been selected for future publication in the coveted journal, Journal of NJ Poets. I'm immensely grateful to EIC Laura Driver for her support. Poets who have read at CCM include such national figures as Allen Ginsberg, … Continue reading Poetry to be published in Journal of NJ Poets, Vol 63
Poetry included in the coveted Yearbook 2024-25, Indian Poetry in English by Pipa Rann Books, UK
Humbled and honored to have my poem "Metronome" selected for publication in the coveted Yearbook 2024-25, edited by Vinita Aggawal and Sukrita Paul Kumar. The poem was previously published in the US-based Panoplyzine, January 2024. Also, grateful to the Review Committee of five outstanding poets who read all the poems anonymously to ensure an unbiased … Continue reading Poetry included in the coveted Yearbook 2024-25, Indian Poetry in English by Pipa Rann Books, UK
Prose Poetry selected for publication in the Arcs Prose Poetry Magazine
I'm elated to share the news that my prose poem "Meaningful Day" has been selected to be published in the Arcs Prose Anthology. It is a narrative prose poetry anthology with a nostalgic theme. Immensely grateful to the EIC Dr. Anwar Ghani, for his support of my creative work. Looking forward to the publication … Continue reading Prose Poetry selected for publication in the Arcs Prose Poetry Magazine
Sundress Publications: The Wardrobe’s Best Dressed: Language of the Wound is Love by Megha Sood
I'm extremely elated to share the news that my fourth poetry collection, "Language of the Wound is Love, FlowerSong Press, 2025) has been featured as "The Best Dressed" in The Wardrobe series by Sundress Publications. Grateful to Merrick Sloane (Managing Editor, The Wardrobe, Sundress Publications ) and the guest curator, Jacob Jardel, for curating the … Continue reading Sundress Publications: The Wardrobe’s Best Dressed: Language of the Wound is Love by Megha Sood
Featured in “Top 70 Poetry Influencers in 2026” by FeedSpot. Check me out at number 47
I'm thrilled to share that I have been featured in the Top 70 poetry influencers in 2026 by Feedspot. Proud, honored, and humbled to be sharing space with Ada Limon, Tracy Smith, Lang Leav, Hanif Abdurraquib, Rupi Kaur, Amanda Gorman, Andrea Gibson, Ocean Vuong, Nikita Gill, Courtney Peppernell, Safia Elhillo, Danez Smith, and many more. … Continue reading Featured in “Top 70 Poetry Influencers in 2026” by FeedSpot. Check me out at number 47
Work accepted as part of JCPOFest “We the People: The Promise Explored” to be displayed at the Museum of Jersey City History
I'm elated to have my work selected as part of the We the People: The Promise Explored as part of the Jersey City Poetry Festival. The work will be on display at the Museum of Jersey City History as part of the exhibition. Grateful to JC Poet Laureate, @melidarodaspoet, and the team at the JCPOFest … Continue reading Work accepted as part of JCPOFest “We the People: The Promise Explored” to be displayed at the Museum of Jersey City History
Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, Jan -Feb,Vol 18, 2026
I'm elated to see my poem "Rang Barse: A Colorful Explosion" in the latest edition of the magazine, Hudson Scholar. Click here to read the poem. Grateful for the EIC Milan Zhu and the entire team for bringing such a beautiful issue … Continue reading Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, Jan -Feb,Vol 18, 2026
First anniversary for “Language of the Wound is Love”, FlowerSong Press
Today is the first #anniversary of my fourth poetry collection, "Language of the Wound is Love," FlowerSong PressExtremely grateful to my mentors, readers, reviewers, and everyone who helped me bring this collection to the world.In addition to getting featured in numerous events, festivals, etc., it was showcased in the World Literature Today and bagged three #bookawards *****Awards:First … Continue reading First anniversary for “Language of the Wound is Love”, FlowerSong Press
Featured Poet for “Ban This: Writers Create Art From Banned Words” by PEN America
I'm extremely honored and humbled as a poet and literary activist to be part of "Ban This: Writers Create Art From Banned Words" by PEN America in response to the Fall of Freedom Project. Fall of Freedom is an urgent call to the arts community to unite in defiance of authoritarian forces sweeping the nation. … Continue reading Featured Poet for “Ban This: Writers Create Art From Banned Words” by PEN America
Featured Poet for The 1428 Poets Group, Thursday, Feb 26 ,6-8pm EDT( 3-5 PM PST) , ZOOM
I'm excited to be the featured poet for the upcoming reading at The 1428 Poets Group. The reading will take place online via ZOOM on Feb 26, 2026, 6-8pm EDT ( 3-5pm PST). I'm extremely grateful to Antoinette Payne for the kind invitation. Looking forward to hearing from fellow poets. Please DM me if you … Continue reading Featured Poet for The 1428 Poets Group, Thursday, Feb 26 ,6-8pm EDT( 3-5 PM PST) , ZOOM
List of Publications/Events/Press Mentions for January 2026
The new year started with a bang for me as I got the space in the 100th issue of the iconic World Literature Today for the anthology review “Sing, Slivered Tongue.”Grateful to Daniel Simon (EIC) and Rob Vollmar(Reviews Editor) for giving me the space and the opportunity. The publication came on the heels of my … Continue reading List of Publications/Events/Press Mentions for January 2026
Poem published in 2026 Nat’l & Int’l Goddess Anthology by National Beat Poetry Foundation and Poem
I'm thrilled to share that my poem "A Self Portrait as Katniss Everdeen" has been accepted for publication in the 2026 National & International Goddess Anthology by the National Beat Poetry Foundation. The anthology is dedicated to change led by 'WOMEN SHAPING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE'. Grateful to Debbie Tosun Kilday for giving me space in … Continue reading Poem published in 2026 Nat’l & Int’l Goddess Anthology by National Beat Poetry Foundation and Poem
Sustained Resistance reading in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. , Sunday, Jan 18 , 1-4pm EDT
The fourth Writers Resilience Workshop poetry marathon is Sustained Resistance: In Honor of MLK Jr. Because our community of readers has blossomed since our first event on Inauguration Day, we’ve expanded our format to a WEEKEND OF POETRY AND RESISTANCE: I am scheduled to read on Sunday, January 18th: Saturday, January 17 and Sunday, January … Continue reading Sustained Resistance reading in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. , Sunday, Jan 18 , 1-4pm EDT
Featured Artist in the Poetry Video Art Film “Lilac Flow” by Poetry Orchestra , Premiere on Jan 16, 2026 11am EST
I'm elated to share the news of being featured in the poetry art film "Lilac Show" by Poetry Orchestra. Poetry Orchestra presents Lilac Flow, a poetry video art film uniting five award-winning American poets from New York, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. The poets featured in the Poetry Orchestra project, Lilac Flow, are Jordan Franklin, … Continue reading Featured Artist in the Poetry Video Art Film “Lilac Flow” by Poetry Orchestra , Premiere on Jan 16, 2026 11am EST
Featured Artist at the 2026 National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) Biennial, 24-26 April, The Darcy, Washington, D.C.
I'm extremely elated to share the news that I will be hosting one of the workshops, "Poetry is Personal, Poetry is Political," on Sunday, April 26, 9-10am at the upcoming Biennial for the National League of American Pen Women at The Darcy, Washington, D.C., from April 24-26, 2026. I'm extremely grateful to Nancy Dafoe and … Continue reading Featured Artist at the 2026 National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) Biennial, 24-26 April, The Darcy, Washington, D.C.
Featured Artist at the website “Foodstories- We Are What We Eat” – Intersections Between Food , Memory , Identity and Our Stories, curated by Shanta Lee
I'm elated to be featured on the website curated by Shanta Lee, "Foodstories- We Are What We Eat" - Intersections Between Food, Memory, Identity, and our stories. It's an honor to have my four poems featured on the website, namely "We All Rise out of Love", "Validation", "Gluttony", and "How to choose and pick the … Continue reading Featured Artist at the website “Foodstories- We Are What We Eat” – Intersections Between Food , Memory , Identity and Our Stories, curated by Shanta Lee
“Language of the Wound is Love” wins its third book award at the Panaroma International Book Award 2025 by Writers Capital Foundation
I'm extremely grateful to share the news that my latest poetry collection, "Language of the Wound is Love," (FlowerSong Press, 2025) has won its third book award as the winner of the Panorama International Book Award 2025 by Writers Capital Foundation. Extremely grateful to Preeth Nambiar, Special Jury, and the team at the Writer Capital … Continue reading “Language of the Wound is Love” wins its third book award at the Panaroma International Book Award 2025 by Writers Capital Foundation
Anthology review “Sing, Slivered Tongue: An Anthology of South Asian Women’s Poetry of Trauma in English” published in the January 2026 issue of World Literature Today, kicking off the magazine’s 100th year of continuous publication
Extremely honored and elated to see the book review of the Anthology "Sing, Slivered Tongue: An Anthology of South Asian Women’s Poetry of Trauma in English" published in the January 2026 Issue of the coveted journal, World Literature Today. The issue marks the 100th year of continuous publication for the WLT. Grateful to the Anthology … Continue reading Anthology review “Sing, Slivered Tongue: An Anthology of South Asian Women’s Poetry of Trauma in English” published in the January 2026 issue of World Literature Today, kicking off the magazine’s 100th year of continuous publication
Poetry included in the anthology “Wonder of Words” edited by Staffordshire Poet Laureate, UK
I'm elated to share the news that my poem "What Do Ants Teach Us?" is published in the anthology ("Wonder of Words", Dream Well Writing Limited, 2022) curated and edited by Staffordshire Poet Laureate, Mel Wardle Woodend, as part of the Stafford Lit Fest 2022. The poem was shortlisted as part of the Stafford LitFest … Continue reading Poetry included in the anthology “Wonder of Words” edited by Staffordshire Poet Laureate, UK
List of publications, news, and events for Oct/November 2025
The months of October and November gave a boost to my writing career by getting a special interview, “Taming the Disorder: A Conversation with Megha Sood,” published in the coveted journal, World Literature Today. Grateful to Mbizo Chirasha for his thoughtful questions for the interview and for the opportunity. The other notable publications of the … Continue reading List of publications, news, and events for Oct/November 2025
“2025 Best Book Book Award” mentioned at the FlowerSong Press
Happy to see the mention of my second book award for the poetry collection "Language of the Wound is Love" at the FlowerSong Press website. Grateful to EIC Edward Vidaurre and Avery Castillo for the support. Blog Link: "Language of the Wound is Love" wins First Place in the "2025 Best Book Award" by the American … Continue reading “2025 Best Book Book Award” mentioned at the FlowerSong Press
Poetry forthcoming in the anthology “The Big Brutal Act” by Small Harbor Publishing
I'm extremely honored to have my poem "Scream Out Loud" accepted for publication in the forthcoming anthology "The Big Brutal Act" by Small Harbor Publishing. Grateful to the editors, Jose Hernandez, H.E.Fisher, and Jennifer Franklin for giving me space and supporting my work as a literary activist. Looking forward to its publication. About the anthology: … Continue reading Poetry forthcoming in the anthology “The Big Brutal Act” by Small Harbor Publishing
Book Review of Pramila Venkateswaran’s “Exile is Not a Foreign Word” by Megha Sood, published in the Mom Egg Review( MER)
Honored to see my book review of Pramila Venkateswaran's poetry collection "Exile is Not a Foreign Word" published in the Mom Egg Review (MER). Grateful to Marjorie Tesser (Editor-in-Chief) and Melissa Higley( Book Reviews Co-Editor), and Pramila Venkateswaran for giving me the space and the opportunity. To read the full book review, click here Excerpt … Continue reading Book Review of Pramila Venkateswaran’s “Exile is Not a Foreign Word” by Megha Sood, published in the Mom Egg Review( MER)
Poetry collection (“Language of the Wound is Love”, FlowerSong Press, 2025 ) wins First Place at the 22nd Annual “Best Book Awards” by American Book Fest
I'm elated to share the news that my fourth poetry collection ("Language of the Wound is Love", FlowerSong Press, 2025 is a First Place Winner in the "2025 Best Book Awards" under the category Poetry: Contemporary by American Book Fest. This is the second book award won by this collection. Press release: https://www.americanbookfest.com/2025bbapressrelease.html AMERICAN BOOK … Continue reading Poetry collection (“Language of the Wound is Love”, FlowerSong Press, 2025 ) wins First Place at the 22nd Annual “Best Book Awards” by American Book Fest
Poetry published in the anthology “Saving Ourselves: An Anthology Advocating for Women & Girls ” by Wyld Syd Press
Honored to have my four poems "Broken", "A Living Nightmare", "The Day the town celebrated", and "A Cry for Life" in "Anthology Saving Ourselves: An Anthology Advocating for Women & Girls which is giving voice to crucial issues through the creative power of the written word. Released by Long Island boutique publisher Wyld Syde Press, … Continue reading Poetry published in the anthology “Saving Ourselves: An Anthology Advocating for Women & Girls ” by Wyld Syd Press
Book Award mentioned at the FlowerSong Press
Happy to see the mention of my latest book award for the poetry collection "Language of the Wound is Love" at the FlowerSong Press website. Grateful to EIC Edward Viduarre and Avery Castillo for the support. Blog Link: https://www.flowersongpress.com/news-events/megha-soods-language-of-the-wound-is-love-wins-second-place-at-thebookfest-award
Poetry collection “Language of the Wound is Love”, included in the upcoming 30th Poets House Showcase, Manhattan, NYC
I'm thrilled to share the news that my book ("Language of the Wound Is Love", FlowerSong Press, 2025) has been included in the 30th showcase in the Poets House, Manhattan, NYC. This unique event is open to all poets who have published in the 2024 and 2025 Showcase exhibits. This winter’s Showcase comprises thousands of … Continue reading Poetry collection “Language of the Wound is Love”, included in the upcoming 30th Poets House Showcase, Manhattan, NYC
Women’s Studies Quarterly “Body Matters” Issue, The Feminist Press, Vol 53, CUNY ( City University of New York) Book Launch Event, December 2025
I'm elated and honored to have my poem "The Secret of Marination" forthcoming in the Women's Studies Quarterly "Body Matters" Fall/Winter 2025 Vol 53 Issue published by The Feminist Press, CUNY. The poem was drafted as part of my Legacy and Code Workshop during the VONA fellowship in June 2024 under the guidance of Anastasia … Continue reading Women’s Studies Quarterly “Body Matters” Issue, The Feminist Press, Vol 53, CUNY ( City University of New York) Book Launch Event, December 2025
Poetry Collection “Language of the Wound is Love”, Award Winner in 2025 TheBookFest Awards, Category: Contemporary Poetry
I'm honored to share the news that my poetry collection, "Language of the Wound is Love" (FlowerSong Press, 2025), has been awarded Second Place in the 2025 TheBookFest Awards in the poetry category. The book has been a testament to my mission that all the wounds inflicted on humanity need acceptance through love. Extremely grateful … Continue reading Poetry Collection “Language of the Wound is Love”, Award Winner in 2025 TheBookFest Awards, Category: Contemporary Poetry
Poetry published in The Opiate, Fall 2025, Vol43
I'm excited to see my three poems "Do we abandon the light", "While I play songs in the balcony to keep the pigeons away", and "Wait" published in the Fall edition of The Opiate Magazine. I'm Grateful to EIC Genna Rivieccio for giving me the space and for mapping poems with gorgeous images. Link to … Continue reading Poetry published in The Opiate, Fall 2025, Vol43
Interview “Taming the Disorder: A Conversation with Megha Sood” published in the World Literature Today, Oct 2025
I'm extremely elated to share the news that my interview has been published in the renowned journal, World Literature Today. I'm extremely grateful to Mbizo Chirasha for his thought-provoking questions and to Michelle Johnson for giving me the space. The interview summarizes my creative journey of eight years, along with my mission as a literary … Continue reading Interview “Taming the Disorder: A Conversation with Megha Sood” published in the World Literature Today, Oct 2025
Dr. Kim McMillon Reviews ‘Language of the Wound is Love’, by Megha Sood. YQR September Special Edition ’25
https://weliterarydynamic.wordpress.com/dr-kim-mcmillon-reviews-language-of-the-wound-is-love-by-megha-sood-yqr-sept-special-edition-25/ I’m extremely grateful to Dr Kim McMillon, Ph.D. , for sharing her valuable thoughts about my fourth poetry collection, “Language of the Wound is Love” (FlowerSong Press), published in February 2025 in the literary journal, Yugen Quest Review. Thankful to the Chief Editor, Smeetha Bhoumik, and team for giving it space in their esteemed journal. To read … Continue reading Dr. Kim McMillon Reviews ‘Language of the Wound is Love’, by Megha Sood. YQR September Special Edition ’25
Poetry published in the Editorial Anthology “Brownstone Poets Anthology 2025”
I'm incredibly excited to share the new edition of the Brownstone Poets Anthology 2025. In addition to contributing to this brilliant and gorgeous anthology, I also have the privilege of being on the editing team. Honored to share the editorial space with Carrie Magness Radna and EIC Patricia Carragon. The anthology also features David … Continue reading Poetry published in the Editorial Anthology “Brownstone Poets Anthology 2025”
List of publications, news, and events for August/September 2025
Book review of “Shakespearewalis: Verses On The Bard”, reviewed by Megha Sood, published in Beltway Quarterly https://meghasworldsite.wordpress.com/2025/08/05/book-review-of-shakespearewalis-verses-on-the-bard-reviewed-by-megha-sood-published-in-beltway-quarterly/ Poetry Published in the anthology “Hubbies” by Hawakal Publishing https://meghasworldsite.wordpress.com/2025/08/28/poetry-published-in-the-anthology-hubbies-by-hawakal-publishing/ Poem included as Wordview 2025 Entry for the @thepoetryarchive Now 2025 (PAN) https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cbjo6z8TF/ Featured Poet at the “Matwaala South Asian Diaspora Poets Collective” at the Walt Whitman Birthplace … Continue reading List of publications, news, and events for August/September 2025
Poem published in 2025 Nat’l & Int’l Goddess Anthology and “New Generation Beats 2025” by National Beat Poetry Foundation and Poem
I'm thrilled to share that my poem "Homage to my hair-After Lucille Clifton" is published in the 2025 Nat’l & Int’l Goddess Anthology, and the poem "Instant Gratification Takes Long on the World Stage" is published in the anthology " 2025 New Generation Beats" by the National Beat Poetry Foundation. Grateful to Debbie Tosun Kilday … Continue reading Poem published in 2025 Nat’l & Int’l Goddess Anthology and “New Generation Beats 2025” by National Beat Poetry Foundation and Poem
Poetry published in the anthology “Relic”, ed. by Dr. Santosh Bakaya and Dr. Meenakshi Mohan
I'm elated to have a few poems in the anthology "Relic" edited by Dr Meenakshi Mohan and Dr Santosh Bakaya, published by Haoajan Publisher. The anthology features 123 poets paying homage to the fleeting time and expressing longing for their heirlooms. Honored to share space with such luminous voices of the poetic community. Happy Poetry! … Continue reading Poetry published in the anthology “Relic”, ed. by Dr. Santosh Bakaya and Dr. Meenakshi Mohan
Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, Aug – Sep, Vol 12, 2025
I'm elated to see my poem "A Dream is a gesture towards hope" in the latest edition of the magazine, Hudson Scholar. Click here to read the poem. Grateful for the EIC Milan Zhu and the entire team for bringing such a beautiful issue to fruition. The Hudson Scholar is also turning 1 year old … Continue reading Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, Aug – Sep, Vol 12, 2025
Poetry published in Muse India, a literary journal, as part of the Matwaala Feature
Elated to share the news that my poem "A Memory Intermixed with Terror and Beauty" has been published in the special section of Muse India as part of the Matwaala 10th year celebration. Grateful to Dr Semeen Ali , Muse India Editor for poetry, for giving us the space and Yamini Pathak for curating this … Continue reading Poetry published in Muse India, a literary journal, as part of the Matwaala Feature
Interview by Mbizo Chirasha published in the German-based Literatur Review
I'm honored to share my interview with eminent poet, author, and social activist, Mbizo Chirasha, published in the German-based Literatur Review. The interview "When activism and poetry intertwine. A conversation with Megha Sood" spans my eight years of creative journey and the mission behind my social activism. The interview is available in Spanish, German, French, … Continue reading Interview by Mbizo Chirasha published in the German-based Literatur Review
Featured Poet at the “Matwaala South Asian Diaspora Poets Collective” at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, September 21, 2024, 2pm-4 pm EDT
I'm elated to share that I'm one of the featured poets for the Matwaala South Asian Diaspora Poets' Collective reading at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association. The event is to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the Matwaala. It's an honor to share the space with my fellow readers Prageeta Sharma, Ashna Ali, Ramya Ramna. The … Continue reading Featured Poet at the “Matwaala South Asian Diaspora Poets Collective” at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, September 21, 2024, 2pm-4 pm EDT
Poetry Published in the anthology “hubbies” by Hawakal Publishing
I'm extremely elated to share the news that two of my poems have been featured in the anthology "hubbies" introduced and edited by eminent poet and editor Jagari Mukherjee. The anthology features 54 poets across the world and has been published by Hawakal Publishers. My two poems in this collection are "Marriage" and "Desire." It's … Continue reading Poetry Published in the anthology “hubbies” by Hawakal Publishing
Book review of “Shakespearewalis: Verses On The Bard”, reviewed by Megha Sood, published in Beltway Quarterly
Honored to have the book review of the anthology "Shakespearewalis: Verses On The Bard" published in the latest issue, Issue 25:1, War and Peace: August 2025, of the Beltway Poetry Quarterly. Extremely grateful to the EIC Indran Amirthnayagam and the team for giving me the space and the opportunity. The anthology is a brilliant take … Continue reading Book review of “Shakespearewalis: Verses On The Bard”, reviewed by Megha Sood, published in Beltway Quarterly
List of publications, news, and events for July 2025
Support from the writing community came pouring in July in the form of book praise for my latest collection, “Language of the Wound is Love” by Nancy Dafoe (2nd Vice President, National League of American Pen Women) and my dear, brilliant poet, David Dephy. Notable events in July included the much- awaited York City Poetry … Continue reading List of publications, news, and events for July 2025
Poem included as Wordview 2025 Entry for the Poetry Archive Now 2025 (PAN)
I'm elated to share the news that my poem "While I play sounds on my balcony to keep the pigeons away " has been included as a Wordview 2025 YouTube channel in the global https://poetryarchive.org/ Poetry Archive Now (PAN) 2025. Currently, the poem is included in the YouTube channel, and later, if shortlisted, will officially enter … Continue reading Poem included as Wordview 2025 Entry for the Poetry Archive Now 2025 (PAN)
Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, July 2025
I'm elated to see my poem "Where Summers have Gathered" in the latest edition of the magazine, Hudson Scholar. Click here to read the poem. Grateful for the EIC Milan Zhu and the entire team for bringing such a beautiful issue to fruition. About Hudson Scholar: To know more, click here The Hudson Scholar is … Continue reading Poetry published in Hudson Scholar, July 2025
Poetry published in the anthology “Jalal-A Global anthology for poetry on water” by Writers Capital International Foundation
Extremely grateful to have my poem "Sustenance" as part of the Writers Capital International Foundation's anthology "Jalal: A Global Anthology of Poetry on Water". This powerful collection celebrates the classical element of Water and is led by Chief Editor Smeetha Bhoumik. This anthology brings together poetic voices from around the world, reflecting on water’s vitality, … Continue reading Poetry published in the anthology “Jalal-A Global anthology for poetry on water” by Writers Capital International Foundation
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