Thanks to the hard work of Erin Lorandos, who volunteered their time and energy to take full responsibility for publishing an anthology of poets from the 2023 Poetry Marathon. Erin has asked that we post the anthology here, for everyone to enjoy. The link to…

Is the system broken? If so, inspect the foundation. Is the foundation cracked or spalling? Be sure to stand on a solid foundation. Is the structure simple or complex? Try to simplify through truth. Are you a liar? You’ve already lost. Try another method.

They are the true untouchables with their money, power, and a complete lack of: Empathy Respect for humanity Fear of God Basic lawfulness Desire for justice Work ethic Self governance Critical thinking skills Civility An ability to listen Concern for the public good Common sense…

“There’s something wrong with you, Joy!” No, there’s not. I’m perfectly ok. I have a job. I rent a big house all by myself. I pay my bills. Lazy about exercise, but that’s nothing unusual in the course of human history. I don’t cheat people…

Don’t tell me who my friends can be. Don’t stress at what I find funny. Don’t tell me when to laugh or cry Don’t tell me how you know that I think this or that, or should do a thing, live in a place, or…

“Daddy, I just want my bike.” she cried, as the tyrants laughed. “Why can’t I have my bike?” Darling child… beautiful child… How it breaks my heart to know. Evil people exist because they lost their hearts. Somehow, that very normal part of us all…

Just saw it… the proof. Not that I didn’t already know. But, OH how my heart breaks. These tears, right behind my eyes. Spoiled children at the helm who never found adultness. Oh, you! As if the shame you already bear isn’t enough. It wasn’t…

Amanda Potter, an active and long term Poetry Marathon participant has put out the following call: If you have any questions please send her a message at the below address; “I am pleased to announce a special call for submissions for our first volume of…

The online anthology is open for submissions! Please send your two favorite poems written during the Poetry Marathon via email by October 21st to the Online Anthology email: poetrymarathononline@gmail.com Submissions should include: Your Name, Location, and Hour written. If formatting is important, you can attach your…

I sent my submissions but my second one wasnt quite right so I resent because it looked great finally But it looks all wrong, I dont know what it looks like on their end but it was great before I hit send but when I…