I’m proud to share publication news for this tough little thing, this tough little poem for the girl next door who was not ok. “I Remember It Was Called An Ash, the Baby Tree That Was” woke up today in the beautiful Red Ogre Review. Read and hear it here.
I’m proud to share that my poem, “Ghazal on Fire,” was selected as one of five finalists for the 2024 Orison Spiritual Literature Award in Poetry. I have never been drawn to poetic forms of any kind; they always felt like rules. But ghazals are different—so difficult and strange that they bring the imagination to unexpected places. I’m falling in love with them.
I’m thrilled to announce the release of Pen and Pulse, a new anthology on writing craft that features “Cracking Collarbone Jones,” the true love story of me, my beloved, and India, which began in an empty sculpture studio in New York. The threads from beyond that wind through art and life may be invisible, but if we let them, they pull us just the same.
From Unsolicited Press: Pen & Pulse: Essays on Writing, Craft, and the Writer’s Journey is a compelling collection that delves into the heart of the writing life. Edited by Summer Stewart, this anthology gathers the voices of seasoned writers like Jennifer Clark, John Biscello, Kelli Allen, and others, each contributing essays that are thoughtful, honest, and meticulously crafted. From the intricacies of storytelling to the personal challenges and triumphs that shape the writing process, these essays explore what it truly means to be a writer. With a focus on authenticity, research, and deep introspection, Pen & Pulse offers both aspiring and experienced writers a rich tapestry of insights into the art and craft of writing, making it an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about the written word. Order yours HERE.
I’m thrilled to facilitate a poetry workshop on the Surrealist Literary Movement at the Castle Rock Writers’ Conference in Lone Tree, CO tomorrow:
Write What You Love Writers Conference, Saturday, Aug 24, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There are separate tracks for poetry, fiction/CNF, and children’s lit. Friday night: $20 on Zoom.
Saturday: $99 by Paypal or credit card.
The Lone Tree Hub, 8827 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree, CO 80124
Lunch: optional
Add-ons can be done Saturday morning.
Walk-in registrations on Saturday morning are $120. Schedule, info & updates:
www.CastleRockWriters.com
12:30: Stop Making Sense: The Exquisite Corpse and Other Surrealist Games
Breaking logic is a powerful tool that can release wild, creative images and deep insights from your unconscious into your poetry. Learn about the roots of the Surrealist Literary Movement and play classic Surrealist games including The Exquisite Corpse, where we’ll make a group poem come alive.
Brook Bhagat 