Why I Write Poetry edited by Ian Humphreys Holly Pester You can never be entirely

You can never be entirely certain whether she is serious or joking

Black Lives Matter

narrating voices create a dream-like compulsion

you see how the poets read and present their work

De Rokha is relatively unknown outside Chile

Why I Write Poetry edited by Ian Humphreys Holly Pester You can never be entirelyWhat motivates poets in the 21st century? How do they find their voice? What themes and subject matters inspire them? How do they cope with set backs and deal with success? What keeps them writing? Why I Write Poetry, edited by Ian Humphreys, combines lively and thought provoking essays, along with individual writing prompts to help you create your own new poetry. In this book, twenty five contemporary poets reflect with insight, wit and wisdom on the