Hi there! This will be my 4th Poetry Half Marathon. That will tell you something. These events push me to focus and block out distractions because of the time crunch. And I’ve written some of my best poems during the marathons. I’m definitely not up…

Hi, everyone, I’m Tanya. Thanks for having me here. This is my first time participating in the marathon. I’m looking forward to spending this time with all of you! 🙂

My name is courtney, and this will be my first ever marathon! I’m a little nervous, but also incredibly excited! I haven’t written in a while and am ready to dedicate an entire day to it, leaving expectations and doubts behind 🙂

Hi, I’m Tina from near Seattle. I was part of the marathon two years ago and had a blast. Last year unexpected guests redirected my energies – but I was mumbling poems all weekend and missed the fellowship of dedicated poets focusing their energy to…

Once upon a time I was a tiny toy on my moms’ hands The apple of her  eyes With her love and tears I am what I am With time I moved away from home Away from the festivals Away from the palm and mango…

Greetings everyone! My name is Sarena and I hope you’re all as excited as I am to push through and complete this marathon! It’s my first time participating in The Poetry Marathon or any poetry challenge really. A handful of friends, my lovely boyfriend and…

Hello, fellow marathoners! My name is Erin and this will be my third year participating in The Poetry Marathon. I am committed to the half, but I’m hoping to challenge myself to do more! I write mostly free verse and found poetry. I am also…

Hii, just making this post before the marathon because it was a requirement. Any advice from previous participants on how to prepare and what to do during the marathon?

Please allow me to introduce myself. My name is Laurie McKay and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a retired school administrator, a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, aunt, auntie, cousin, sister, and dog owner. I travel, have retirement projects, work on behalf of a couple…

Hello. This will be my first (half) marathon. I am a full-time artist, clay is my favorite medium, I also paint and teach art workshops. When not writing poetry, my favorite thing is to dance, especially contact improv and ecstatic dance. I spend a lot…