I am a writer, a student, and a wife. I have been writing for as long as I can remember. I am a bit chaotic, a bit hectic, and a bit weird. I am addicted to coffee, especially espresso. I love Alice in Chains, Percy…

Denise Hill – first-timer. I’m Editor in Chief of NewPages.com and a full-time college faculty and English Division Chair. I read lots of other people’s writing and rarely take time to write outside of work. This is my time. Hooyah!

Hello, I am Sue Storts. I am a  woman who just needs to write stuff. Running is an activity that feels awkward and foreign to me, so running a half marathon would be impossible. Thinking and typing a half marathon is an activity I might…

Hi. You can call me Thariyah Shah (my pen name) and I’m from Malaysia. Im nothing but a beginner in the writing world. I hope i am among those whom are able to deliver emotions, knowledge and stories through my writing.

hiya~ My first group marathon!! Had some issues getting to this post, and am still very new to wordpress. Any help and tips are most welcome. I’ve been writing poetry for more than three decades.  I’ve pulled many all nighters while the words flow. Looking…

Hi Everyone, My name is Mateo Lara. I am thrilled to be a part of this again. I have found myself in a chaotic swirl this past year and look forward to expressing everything once again. I have definitely prepared since last year. I have…

Hi Everyone, Looking forward to the marathon with you all.

My name is Daniel.  I am first time marathon participant.  I have rarely written poetry; and do not consider myself an avid reader of poetry.  I am joining this marathon to expose myself to something new; to challenge myself; to feed my need to create;…

Just a quick note to test the waters of the Pirean Spring, so to say. Hullo and well met! JW

Ramona here.  First time marathoner, long time poetry writer. I am a high school support teacher from British Columbia. Hoping to survive the all-nighter and see what my unconscious unleashes in poetry at 2 or 3 am.