Poetry News Monitoring

Opinion: Therapy and poetry have more in common than you think

Who’s on the couch here? The psychiatrist or the poet? The poem or the practice of psychiatry? As a poet and a psychiatrist/therapist, I exist in both practices, and the worlds of each enrich the other. Each speaks with abandon, and each interrogates …

Bestsellers at Southern California’s Bookstores

1. The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About Mel Robbins, Sawyer Robbins, Hay House LLC, $29.99, 9781401971366 2. Everything Is Tuberculosis (Signed Edition): The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest …

World cultures and innovations converge in 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

The fair offers 2,000 activities with 1,400 exhibitors from 96 countries, spotlighting Caribbean culture as Guest of Honour, Ibn Sina as Focus Personality, and 'One Thousand and One Nights' as Book of the World. ABU DHABI, UAE, April 28, 2025 / …

Independent Bookstore Day 2025: ‘Absolute Magic’

By Claire Kirch, Nathalie op de Beeck, with reporting by Sophia Stewart and Emma Kantor | More than 1,600 independent bookstores across the United States celebrated Independent Bookstore Day on Saturday, April 26—although some bookstores kicked off the …

‘You want them to be shared’: Celebrating National Poetry Month in Truro

Breadcrumb Trail Links Nova Scotia Truro Four poets' pieces ranged from personal life reflections to commentary on current events Published Apr 28, 2025  •  3 minute read Chad Norman reads his poetry at a National Poetry Month Celebration in Truro. …

A Stirring New Poetic Voice Emerges with 'POETRY IN MOTION MY POEMS' — A Journey Into the Soul’s Depths

Exploring love, longing, and the quiet ache of existence through haunting, lyrical verse CA, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an age of noise and distraction, a new poem titled POETRY IN MOTION MY POEMS offers a powerful, …

Poet Cyrus Cassells receives $100,000 Jackson Poetry Prize for 'exceptional talent'

NEW YORK — (AP) — An admired and longtime poet whose subjects range from school integration to the memories of Holocaust survivors has won a $100,000 prize given for "exceptional talent." Poets & Writers announced Monday that Cyrus Cassells …

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas – Books to Add to Your List

Mother’s Day is May 11 this year and books are an ideal gift for mom. The following are just a few suggestions, but always keep mom’s special interests in mind when selecting the perfect gift. ‘Daughter of Ruins’ by Yvette Manessis Corporon takes readers …

Books in the Media: Robert Macfarlane's 'timely' book a reminder of humans' interconnectedness with nature

This week, non-fiction triumphed with new titles from renowned writers Robert Macfarlane, Rob Cowen and Lamorna Ash.  Macfarlane’s Is a River Alive? (Hamish Hamilton) was selected as the Guardian’s book of the day by Blake Morrison. Morrison called …

Award-winning independent bookshop to celebrate milestone birthday

Wave of Nostalgia is marking the milestone with a special programme of events. Celebratory activities begin on Saturday, May 3, with an anniversary party in the shop, at 74 Main Street, including games and giveaways. It will be preceded, at 11.30am, by the …

Karl Nova: blending hip hop, poetry, and education

Poet, rapper, author, and educator Karl Nova recently joined Today Radio for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of his return to Luxembourg this May. An independent artist who has carved out his own path, Nova is best known for blending the worlds of hip …

Forrest Gander on Waiting to Publish, Gateway Poems, and C.D. Wright’s Brilliant Work

Lit Hub is excited to feature another entry in a new series from Poets.org: “enjambments,” a monthly interview series with new and established poets. This month, they spoke to Forrest Gander. Forrest Gander is a poet and translator and the author of …

Abu Dhabi International Book Fair to feature 2,000 events

Saeed Hamdan Al Tunaiji, Executive Director of Abu Dhabi Arabic language Centre and Director of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), said that this year’s edition includes more than 2,000 events, showcasing a wide range of programmes organised by …

Q with Tom Power What's poetry's role in the housing crisis? Books |April 28

Poetry Challenge: Memorize ‘Recuerdo’ by Edna St. Vincent Millay

Welcome to the Poetry Challenge A poem can lift the spirits and nourish the soul. This week, let’s all learn one together! The Poetry Challenge See Full Poem & Readings Play Game Someone once defined poetry as “memorable speech.” By that standard, each …

Books launched at literary ceremony in Nowshera

PESHAWAR: A joint book-launching ceremony of noted Pashto poet, researcher and critic Farhad Mohammad Ghalib Tarin and Dr Faqir Mohammad Faqir was held in Kheshgi village Nowshera on Sunday. Pashto literary persons participated in the event and presented …

As the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon lands, a new book details the area’s fallen Vietnam soldiers

FORT DODGE — An atmosphere of gratitude, reverence and love filled the Center For Performing Arts on the campus of Iowa Central Community College Tuesday, as a ceremony for the book “Before They Were Soldiers” was held inside Decker Auditorium. Hundreds of …

Martinsburg woman showcases love of flowers in book

Lucille Martin of Martinsburg worked with nine photographers on her book, “Lucille’s Floristry and Flower Garden.” Courtesy photoApril showers bring May flowers, which will be followed in June with the publication of “Lucille’s Floristry and Flower Garden …

Day Seven at the 47th Islamic Book Fair: Interactive Learning and Youthful Energy

  Day Seven at the Islamic Book Fair: A Vibrant Day of Learning and Engagement The 47th Islamic Book Fair continues its activities for the seventh consecutive day amidst a lively atmosphere and renewed cultural activity. This reflects the deep-rootedness …

Rising Tide Capital Co-Founder and CNN Hero Alfa Demmellash releases candid conversations with U.S. community builders.

Demmellash hosts insightful conversations highlighting experts the nation desperately needs amidst trade wars, tariffs and growing economic insecurity. JERSEY CITY, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rising Tide Capital (RTC)  …

Treatment Communities of America Celebrates 50 Years of Advancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

For five decades, Treatment Communities of America (TCA) has been advocating for effective, person-centered substance use disorder treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treatment Communities of America (TCA), a …

While the World Debates Education Reform, $4bn Credit Union Funds Radical AI, Cash and Career App for Local Youth

$10,000 United Federal Credit Union grant for earn-and-learn app 'Life Hub' shows early signs of sound financial behaviour change in B&GC youth. AR, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the 4.5% of U.S. households …

EnSpot Political Helps Slash Campaign Spending with Data-Driven Digital Outreach

WEATON, IL, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the political landscape continues to grow more competitive and expensive, EnSpot Political is revolutionizing how political candidates connect with voters—delivering precision- …

Great Visuals & Family Fun: First 5 California Hosts Stronger Starts for Children Day at Fairytale Town

First 5 California (F5CA) will host a press event to kick off a Statewide Day of Action focused on children getting the best possible start to life. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What: First 5 California (F5CA) …

New HHS Trans Report Counters Medical Care Consensus

New Federal Report on Transgender Youth Care Advises Against Medical Care for Highly Suicidal Population NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report …

IPA Announces 2025 Compliance Boot Camp

Payments Organizations that Join Before July 18 to Receive Free Registration WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Innovative Payments Association (IPA) is pleased to announce its 2025 Compliance Boot Camp, a one- …

ILL Resource Sharing Lifeline for Libraries Facing Budget Cuts: SHAREit

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As federal IMLS and LSTA funding comes under threat, libraries across the country are facing hard choices. Soutron Global, a leader in SaaS-based information, library, archive, …

e.Republic’s Omar Sandoval Named Top 50 Technology Professional by OnConferences

Peer-nominated award recognizes leadership, innovation, and impact across the global technology community SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- e.Republic—the nation’s leading media, market intelligence, and public- …

Les Rubin, Founder of Main Street Economics, Warns of America's Financial Tipping Point

Les Rubin Shares a Wake-Up Call for Fiscal Responsibility, Limited Government, and the Survival of the American Dream WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics founder, Les Rubin, is sounding the …

Texans Want Healthier Health Care Markets in Texas

Texas 2036 proposes a three-point agenda for encouraging competition and lower prices for care. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A wave of mergers and acquisitions among hospitals, insurers and private investors has …

Army Veteran Eve Bednarowicz Fusselman Shares Personal Experience in New Memoir Secrets of the Uniform

GROVELAND, FL, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eve Bednarowicz Fusselman, Army veteran, and former police officer, released her new autobiography, Secrets of the Uniform: Breaking the Armor of Abuse and Harassment. The book is …

California Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor

A California man was sentenced in the Eastern District of Virginia today to 10 years in prison and 30 years supervised release for enticing a 12-year-old child from Prince William County to engage in unlawful sexual activity. He was also ordered to pay $10 …

The Department of Justice Files Complaint Against Illinois for Encroaching on Federal Immigration Authority

WASHINGTON - The United States has filed a complaint against the state of Illinois, the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), Jane Flanagan, Director of IDOL, and Kwame Raoul, the Attorney General for the state of Illinois, alleging that the implementation …

DOGE Subcommittee Announces Hearing on Keeping Men Out of Women’s Sports

Panel to hear from Stephanie Turner, Payton McNabb, and USA Fencing Board Chair WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) Chairwoman Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) today announced a hearing on “Unfair Play: Keeping Men Out of …

Community Involvement Highlights May 14 Meeting with Members of the Congressional Family Business Caucus

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-Owned Business Leaders Share Importance of Family Businesses Supporting Local Communities, Charities with House Members; Frank Luntz Gives Insights on Changing Political …

Congressional Bill Would Lower Diaper Costs for American Families

New federal legislation would ban sales tax on diapers across the U.S. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The bipartisan Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2025 (H.R. 3128), reintroduced by U.S. Reps. Bonnie …

2025-58 HAWAIʻI LEADS MULTISTATE LETTER URGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO RESTORE TITLE X FUNDING

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   ANNE LOPEZ ATTORNEY GENERAL LOIO KUHINA   HAWAIʻI LEADS MULTISTATE LETTER URGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO …

2025-59 HAWAIʻI CONDEMNS ADMINISTRATION’S ILLEGAL ATTEMPT TO INTERFERE WITH STATE LAWSUIT AGAINST BIG OIL, SUES FOSSIL ...

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL KA ʻOIHANA O KA LOIO KUHINA   JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIAʻĀINA   ANNE LOPEZ ATTORNEY GENERAL LOIO KUHINA   HAWAIʻI CONDEMNS ADMINISTRATION’S ILLEGAL ATTEMPT TO INTERFERE …

Qorvis Hosts Helping a Hero Veterans at Exclusive Butterworth’s Reception

Veterans Honored at White House Correspondents’ Weekend Event WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helping a Hero, a Texas-based nonprofit dedicated to providing specially adapted homes for severely wounded, was proud to be a …