Well if posting this introduction a bit last minute isnt a bit of an introduction… my name is Lily and I am going to be doing the half marathon with my sister. We will be completing the 12 hour marathon, but at our own pace…

Good Evening, morning, wherever you are. Looking forward to completing the half marathon this year. Wishing everyone “good words and a clear mind”. Have fun and enjoy! Carolyn (@lovepoet18)

Hi everyone. My name is Felicia Clemmons. I’m a physical therapy student at Washington University in STL. I’m also a poet. I seld-published my first book last year entitled “I love my people and other Black thoughts.” I’ve been writing poetry throughout my life and…

Hello! My name is Deanna. I am previously from South Alabama, but I have lived near Calgary, Alberta Canada for almost 5 years now. I have two grown children, two granddaughters, a dog, and two cats. I work at a preschool/kindergarten for children with special…

I am a graphic designer who also writes, and this is my first Poetry Marathon. I haven’t written poetry in over a year, so this will be a good way to throw myself into it / dive in head first. Looking forward to the experience!…

Hello there! I’m Sandra Johnson and this will be my second marathon. I’m doing a whole 24 hours this year. I’ve been writing poetry for 20 years now and I was a staff reporter for a small NJ newspaper for 6 years. I’ve published more…

Hello, fellow writers! Are you as excited as I am to be joining poets from all over the globe tomorrow for this marathon? This is my second time participating. I only do the twelve-hour portion because my ol’ body can’t handle staying up for twenty-four….

Looking back, it feels like we just finished the last one, and then like it is the first time. I still get butterflies thinking about putting my words out there. Such a need for feedback and camaraderie still amazes me after all these years. Twelve…

So…I suppose I should say a bit about myself. I’m a quirky, socially awkward, introvert with random spasms of hyperactivity and singing. I will sing your ear off and have a tendency of embarrassing my friends because of it. If you’re ever in Walmart during…

Hi, my name is Nykki and this is my second poetry half marathon. I’m beyond excited and a little nervous. I recently lost my job because of the pandemic, but on the bright side I’ll have more sleep.