Hello everyone! I’m River (they/it) and I’m from the rural reaches of Maine. I’m a queer, cripple, mad, anarchist writer whose work is heavily influenced by those identities. Namely, I write poetry but flash and short stories also happen from time to time. I spent…

This is my first time participating in the Official Poetry Marathon – and I thrive on the community aspect. So I’m excited to lean into that culture of togetherness, while also putting my personal spin on this event. So I’ve got everything set up to…

Marathon VCS Waking Up Is hard to do With images dancing in my mind Mingling into dreams I should have a coffee Or go for a walk But right after this I’m all done this run! It’s called a marathon, But it’s something else as…

1. There was once a chick named Jewelz Who rarely followed the rules When she opened her mouth The conversation went south She made idiots look more like fools 2. There was once a broad named Karen Who everyone thought was barren When she opened…

The moment when the sun subsides from cloud to fire and dips behind another hide-and-go-seek through the outer rims of space given to those who want it to feel like it had before when nothing was innocent Is fair game, what did I have to…

Okay, body-listen up It’s time that you lay off The pain for a spell With bones cracking like A thick branch snapping Sending sharp stings I cry out Silently through clenched teeth Smile as I lie and say I’m okay When I’m really truly not…

I can’t imagine a life Without his smile That bright beam that lights My way through The worst days Shining brighter My best… He’s a silly tease with Innocence abounding Simple toilet humor And a penchant for Causing my senses to revolt. He’s mama’s boy…

*sensual poem, a bit risque, 18+* I open the vast caverns of my soul and allow you in And watch your hooded eyes Shadowed by the moonlight Stare intently into mine I close my eyes, and you’re here And its real And I can trace…

I can guarantee Beyond a shadow of a doubt That you will find love someday Your soul will cry out When you meet them And weep to realize they were Waiting for you their whole life And you have been waiting For them. And when…

  Heavens formed of brass Earth of iron below As his belts stars do pass The words which now follow:   Immortal gods centered in the cavity Powers formed and some less known For their shield of invincibility As words that have prolonged their lives…