Justin Broderway -42 posts
Southern. Creative. Husband. Brother. Drinker.
Linda Makkimane -41 posts
I am an Emotional Wellness Coach who is a poet first. Working with people to teach them to heal from within and seeing poetry everywhere - these are my passions.
Addy -41 posts
Recreation Therapist, Dramatic Arts Major
debrathewriter -41 posts
I love to write because it is a fun way for me to express myself. Writing is a great way to reveal the inner most thoughts of my heart and mind. I’ve written a few short stories and a book of poetry, but I am currently working on a children’s book series that focuses on building financial independence in a fun and practical way. My latest children’s book is entitled “Dollars With Sense,” and it is a continuation of my financial literacy efforts. Although I love writing, I also enjoy singing, writing songs and providing encouragement where ever I can. Although I am a visually impaired person, I have never allowed this to stop me from achieving my goals in life. I look forward to sharing, learning and growing even more during this marathon as I become a better writer during this experience.
sabinahadewole -40 posts
Sabinah Adewole is a member of the Barking Foxes poetry group, the National Poetic library UK, a member of the Society of Authors UK ,the Haiku Society of America and the Christian independent Publishing Agency -CIPA. Some of her poems appear in the Stripes magazine in 2021. she won the International Poetry contest in 2020. She also featured in the Havering daily mail and in the Write on magazine in 2020. She concluded this series on the 31st January 2021 and wrote every Saturday during the pandemic for one year writing her own story. About the Author I have been greatly inspired by the gift of poetry and writing. I was gifted the gift of poetry while sitting on a park bench in Gidea park in May 2018. I have continued to write daily and have created over 500 poems some Children books, Faith book and Adults inspiration and Transformation poetry. I would encourage you to look I have also co authored in four Anthologies and one Poetry Anthology this brought me into contact with coaches, publishers and a host of authors. I am grateful for those friendships and continue to work on building positive . I have six published books,three best sellers and four self published. Published books Journeys of Life Volume 1-3 A Childs Journey Through Poetry Vol 1-2 Journey of a Childs Faith Vol 1 A day on a Journey to Lakeside Shopping Mall Vol 1 Seven years of Bondage
karen -40 posts
Retired, living in the west U.S., enjoying life, have been completing the Half Marathon for a few years now.
haraselias -39 posts
Haras Shirley is a twenty-seven year old trans man from the Midwest. He currently works as a middle school English teacher. When he isn’t hard at work, he is an avid reader and writer. Haras also enjoys staying active and training with his German Shepherd, Tonks, or cuddling with his cats, Sev and Dobby. Haras graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelors degree in English Education. He has taken Andrea Gibson’s poetry course, Write Your Heart In, and four sessions of Megan Falley’s course, Poems that Don’t Suck, for community and enrichment.
anjum wasim dar -39 posts
migrant Pakistani.MA English Literature writing since 1980 Award Winner Poet of Merit USA 2000
Ilupeju Ayokunnumi -38 posts
I'm from Nigeria. I had been writing since I was in Senior school. I became so engrossed in it due to a circumstance I passed through, now I have a true calling, lol. Started writing poems, afterward prose, and a bit of drama. However, I hope that one day, my words will reflect God's glory and inspire zillions of people. Amen!
Morgan Taylor -38 posts
A 53 year old semi-reformed wildman, I tend a public house in Fort Collins, Colorado. I'm a native of Central Nebraska and a former resident of North Central Kansas, Appalachian Maryland, urban New Jersey, and have been homeless in both Paris and Heidelberg. I've lived in Benedictine monastic communities in South Dakota and New Mexico. I'm a cook and a baker and a zen garden raker. I'm sin and confession, a lie and admission. I'm a damaged, half-century, half-blind, part-time desert rat with Sandhill roots. I create with words, paint, leather, steel, beads, groceries, rocks, whatever. I'll make metaphorical music upon your flesh if you'll allow it. Upon whatever my hands find themselves upon, if you don't. My love of poetry can be traced back to childhood but my ability to write it in a way that I consider acceptable is only about six years old. I have twice destroyed everything I've written up the conflagration point and I regret neither bonfire. Now I self-publish my own books and give them to friends as a way of not letting that happen again. I can't destroy what I don't own every copy of.
JohnnyG -38 posts
My first book of children's poetry is published, Whimsy Park: Poems for the Whole Family, under the pen name, Papa Green Bean. I'm a househusband, living in Bellingham, Washington-USA. Lived twelve years in Turkey, Italy and Belgium. A proponent of play-based learning, getting along with people is my greatest strength. Humor and respect is the key to life for me.
catfeather -38 posts
Cat lover. Member of Poetry for the Love of It.
Aayan -38 posts
Copyeditor by profession, aspiring writer, poet at heart.
acockyone -38 posts
Thirty year old college student in pursuit of something greater than the monotonous hegemony and socially enforced mediocrity that has been nearly systemic in its stitching of citizens into a quilted pattern of ignorance, intolerance, and greed. I am hoping that by the time I obtain my Degree, that my hunger for literature and my thirst for writing will have matured and developed into less of a beginner's hobby and more of a profitable, marketable commodity, instead. At this stage in my life, I realize that success is not defined by how talented you may see yourself as being, or even how talented you may actually be. For what good is talent if you never do anything with it? What difference does it make if, say, you are the best vocalist that has ever walked the Earth, if you've never let anyone else hear you sing? This then, is not just another preamble on just another social networking site, but something like the first few measures to my life's opus, so to speak. Here ends The Prologue.
meredithmcguire -38 posts
Writing mostly for my personal enjoyment in my blogs, in Quarter Crazy marathons, and on Medium, I find I write poetry mainly after heartbreaks and in difficult times. I am proud to have had two poems published in anthologies by Eber & Wein Publishing, to have participated in the 2017 Poetry Half-Marathon and to have been named a Best Poet of 2019 by Eber & Wein Publishing. I look forward to participating in the 2022 Poetry Marathon for the full marathon!
Stef -38 posts
jgershon1213 -38 posts
Love everything! Fear nothing. Four words to live by. I am living the art of knowing rather than believing. I have a college degree, but my passions have came from nature. My degree is in psychology, which suits me well because i enjoy researching and experimenting. I also know that our minds are our strongest muscles in our bodies. We are just a soul living in skin. I used to think, "I may not be where i want to be, but i'm going somewhere". Now, i think, "I am exactly where i should be, and everything is exactly how it should be". The only thing that has ever held me back from anything is a thought. Usually those thoughts came from fear. I made up my mind to leave no room for fear in my life. So now, all of my dreams are coming true. Its a pleasure to be here, and to write.
Hafeezah -38 posts
Hafeezah is a self-published author and community youth advocate. A third time returning Marathon participant, Hafeezah is the founder of Elevating Youth Consulting Services. Hafeezah’s work has been focused on supporting youth centered organizations in South Carolina.
oxmtch11 -38 posts
MahimaGiri -37 posts
I live in Houston, TX. Poetry has been my language when it comes to expressing my thoughts artistically. It is a beautiful inner voice that speaks and culminates into words that weave the emotions together. I enjoy and experiment writing poems in various forms especially inspired by nature. You can find my work at www.allpoetry.com/MahimaGiri and also published in CLRI, Haiku Journal, The Taj Mahal Review, 50 Haikus, Molecule - a tiny lit mag.
SJHAWLEY -37 posts
claycrane -37 posts
brianhasson -37 posts
kcwolfe -37 posts
Just another semi-reluctant, and begrudgingly human artistic type residing in the toxic, yet inspirational air of Los Angeles. The creation of art and stories and music is what I've been put on this earth to do
please9 -37 posts
IT professional with a lifelong love of writing and research. I enjoy reading and writing poetry, sci-fi, fantasy and noir.
coffeywrites -37 posts
Hey everyone! I'm based in Rochester, NY. I've been writing my entire life, but have only been trying a serious go of it in the last year or so. My poetry has grown leaps and bounds just in that time, so I'm excited to keep progressing and see where it takes me.
Nevermore74 -37 posts
Stacey has always been a wisher, a dreamer, a poet... although she has had but short bursts of precious time to write in the last few years. She teaches at a Waldorf inspired Charter school in Central Wisconsin. When teaching through the core principles of Waldorf students are immersed in all aspects of art. Teachers also loop with their students which means she had has the same group of kiddos since they were first graders and they will all now be 8th graders this fall, almost time to let them go! But they have had an amazing journey! When not guiding children's hearts and minds, Stacey is the mother of five grown daughters and Meme to 10 wretched grandchildren that she adores! She has been with her partner, David, for ten years. They were middle school sweethearts that found the broken road back to each other after 20 some years!
Angel Pulliam -37 posts
I am currently a high school English teacher in Oklahoma. I have been writing as long as I can remember, and think this marathon will be a great way to push my writing.
SaskiaLynge -37 posts
Actress, Writer, Counselor, Life Coach, space geek, and lover of all things Star Wars and Doctor Who. I dream of living on Mars.
Adryn -37 posts
I like new creative challenges and sharing with creative, ambitious people. Hoping for more of that here. 🙂
Melanie Rademaker -37 posts
Poet. Whispers and roars. Writing to reduce the stigma of mental illness. Living in Cleveland but New Yorker at heart.
lindahallstrom -37 posts
When I was in fourth grade, I won a classroom essay contest. The prize was a pencil case. Since that day, writing has been a hobby, a career, and a passion. I spent most of my professional life as a journalist, newspaper columnist, and public relations specialist. In my semi-retirement years, I find joy in writing and teaching poetry.
vskypoetress -36 posts
Art, in its many forms, has been and remained my outlet in everyday life. I believe that art is the one true passage way for the soul to communicate with the rest of the world. Being an artist has introduced me to people, cultures, and experiences I would have never had otherwise. As you read any of my poetry, music, view my art or listen to any of my audio poems, I hope that you look and listen with an open spirit. If I'm able to paint a picture of any kind in your mind, that's what counts. June of 2013 I published my second poetry book entitled "One". In 2010, I wrote and recorded my first single, "Love is not for the weak" Back in 2008, I opened a small painting business "Custom Creations" Yes, I love the arts! As of right now, I am working on another book, a comedy actually! A real life look at the dating scene in your 30's. You definitely wont want to miss this one! I still run "Custom Creations" and I am a poetry junky and will never put the pen down!
DonnaWriter -36 posts
I have been writing poetry since age 11. Free verse, quatrains, sonnets, haiku. I also write short stories and I paint, mostly in oils. I used to be a teacher and I act onstage as much as I can. Every word is a small section of my existence.
jilowill -36 posts
Based in Atlanta, Georgia I will be participating in the 1/2 marathon this year for the third time.
dkt2010 -36 posts
Kathryn is an author and freelance writer, a self-proclaimed book nerd, and a lover of art and music. She tries to inspire through her writings. Join in the conversation at Facebook.com/trudeaubooks.
ManuDrama -36 posts
ladylazarus -36 posts
James Featherstone -36 posts
nadinefrisk -36 posts
barzeusmolen -36 posts
Daryl Curnow -36 posts
Back for another year! Best wishes to all poets taking part.
vrdannenberg -35 posts
acheairs -35 posts
Poet and novelist - Studied English Literature, Creative Writing, and Marketing/Management. Lives in Texas (USA)
garnetrose -35 posts
teakay -35 posts
36, been writing since I was 13. Shy, until I get to know you.
Billy -35 posts
I love lit(erary) games and challenges. Also find me on IG @backpack_files.
ramblewiter -34 posts
JaneDoe123456789 -33 posts
WRITING AND ME- My name is Rhyana and I love putting beautiful words together to create something beautiful. For me that is the definition of writing but poetry specifically. FUN FACTS- I can crack my ears and I really like narwhals. I am doing the half-marathon .
Patricia Harris -33 posts
Patricia Harris is a dreamer, crafter, gamer, and digital artist who loves creativity in life. A half-mad poet, her writing is found all over social media and various other websites. She is a devoted mom who can be found doing a variety of art when she isn’t penning poetry and writing words. She is owner of the indie publishing company Fae Corps publishing. Her collection of writings includes a memoir, children's books, and poetry. For more from Patricia, check out www.Facebook.com/mouseypoet or pattimouse.wordpress.com Her books are all listed on www.books2read.com/rl/PatriciaHarris
micjowi -33 posts
Amy C -32 posts
Who am I and why should you care? I hope that you can relate to my words, perhaps that is more important than telling you all the "whats" and "wheres" that are on my cv. I am human, I am a mother, an author, a physician, a person of faith. I have published a few poems, but I am not a professional poet, whatever that means. My favorite poet is Rolf Jacobsen. I like ancient poetry, such as Tong dynasty four character quatrains. I have a cat.
The Begging Poet -32 posts
A human bean who does wordsing on occasion, hailing from Northern British Columbia, writing on Wet'suwet'en territory, home of the Gidimt'en Clan. If using mobile, landscape works best for formatting!
sundarwalker -30 posts
debbiehainey -30 posts
I live in the Southwest. I dearly love writing poetry and haven't published anything yet but never give up. I'm working towards that goad now more than before. I love taking pics of my flowers and gardens and posting them along with my pics. I'm not complicated just simply enjoying life. Very excited for the challenge of this opportunity with the Half Day Marathon. Thank you
Susmita -29 posts
Susmita writes poetry, short fiction and creative nonfiction in English and Bengali. "Poetry in Pieces" (2018) is her first self-published chapbook and 'Himobaho Kotha Bole (When Glaciers Speak) is her first book of Bengali Poetry published by Kaurab (2019). Her recent English writings are forthcoming/ published from/in Geetanjali and Beyond, Indie Blu(e) Publishing, The New Amrita Bazar Patrika, Montauk, Plato's Caves online, and, Poetry and COVID. She is the Founding Editor-in-Chief and Poetry & Art Editor of The Pine Cone Review. www.thepineconereview.com She lives with her husband and their 6 and half year old son in Graz, Austria.
drgprakash -29 posts
I am 70 year old former pharma researcher with active interest in creative writing. Active in several Facebook platforms
mernel -29 posts
I'm a Foreign English Teacher from Thailand. I'd been writing poetry and short story for quite a while. I love poetry because of its magical effect in telling a story. This is my first poetry challenge. I am so excited and a little anxious because I was not able to pursue this passion for a long time.
Sandy McLellan -29 posts
onewithebony -29 posts
martinagallegos -29 posts
I was born and raised in Mexico and came to the U. S. at fourteen. I attended U. S. schools through graduate level after a major stroke. I started writing after the stroke in 2012 and publishing one month before my Masters. I published my first book, Grab the Bull by the Horns, Outskitrts Press, January 2016.
seth -29 posts
Good day everyone! I'm Melissa Seth Albornoz, a native from Philippines, and presently working here in the middle east as a housemaid. I will be joining full time marathon. I love literature. I love reading and writing it on my own. I came here not just to compete to other participants, I came here to learn, enhance and develop my capability in writing, but, Its not only writing, but, my ability to arrange the letters on the air to form a word to touch one's life. I don't have a house, but, I have a home, and I found it here.. in this - "poetical world" Where A-Z unites and love each other as they form a word.
chuksoluigbo -29 posts
AnanyaPanwar -28 posts
An opacarophile, selenophile, bibliophile, clinophile, and a logophile. "Books comfort like wild flowers and soft sunshine." Hello! Residing in Mumbai, India, I love writing about beautiful sunsets and mesmerizing dark nights. My poems have been published in school magazines and in the Vigilance Awareness Magazines published by BPCL and the Central Railways and the 2021 Poetry Marathon Anthology. My poems are often on nature and I fancy myself a romantic. Also, I am a proud second year participant in the (half) Poetry Marathon. Hoping to read wonderful poems and exercise my creative muse.
Nasi .S -28 posts
Poet and Novelist Linkedin: Nasiha, creative writer... Author at Live Dream Nasi and in Abdul and Friends production team, Student at Ar-Rahman Higher Secondary School, Find my books in Amazon,Flipcart,Notion Press,Smash Words,Amazon kindle and Bookbildr.
marthak -28 posts
Susan -28 posts
I live in the Palm Springs area with my 4 pound dog and 10 pound cat. I've been writing poetry on and off since my teenage years but hadn't written in a few years before this marathon.
Kofi Acquah -28 posts
Kofi Acquah is an Award-Winning Poet, Author, Spoken Word Artist and a Musician from Ghana. He has been featured in over 10 publications— including anthologies, magazines, journals and online literary portfolios.
cchurchill -28 posts
Hello everyone this is my first poetry marathon and I am super excited about it... I haven't been writing all that long but hope you enjoy my entries. I am from MI between Detroit and Flint. If you want to see more of my work you can check me out on Instagram @cc_writes.
sweetjeni -28 posts
badger -28 posts
Leonora Obed -28 posts
Jersey Girl fine artist and urban bard
nandiya -27 posts
Nandiya Nyx has ridden the elevator with Harry Belafonte and slept in the bed of a famous 1970s rock and roll icon (he wasn’t home at the time). She is a writer, photographer, and American Sign Language Interpreter. This is her third Marathon.
Jane and Friends -27 posts
agirlwithaquestion -27 posts
not much to say but heyyyy what's up...? creating a creative future for full time not just part-time. writing and drawing are the backbone and brain while photography and poetry are the breast and hips. enjoy the content!
jonesy1922 -27 posts
AQ -27 posts
Happy New Day, New Afternoon, New Evening, New Night!! I've been writing poems and performing poetry for almost 20 years. I am also a writer too of various genres. A stay at home wife and mother to 5 amazing children. Living and loving life as I Am walking in my Soul's Purpose to complete and fulfill my Life's Mission. While helping, incouraging, inspiring, motivating, and teaching others to do the same. Peace In The Blood, Angelica Stevenson aka AQ (Poet Name)
nancyk -27 posts
I am a mom of 5, just left teaching middle school after 15 years, and tend to write more nonfiction than anything else. I just received a new puppy 2 days ago, so I have lost the ability to get much done.
estie05 -27 posts
I am working on my drama therapist certification, and utilize theatre and poetry among other artistic trades with elders suffering from memory care
msleah -27 posts
Leah Mueller is the author of ten prose and poetry books. Her work appears in Rattle, Midway Journal, Citron Review, The Spectacle, Miracle Monocle, Outlook Springs, Atticus Review, Your Impossible Voice, etc. It has also been featured in trees, shop windows in Scotland, poetry subscription boxes, and literary dispensers throughout the world. Her flash piece, "Land of Eternal Thirst" will appear in the 2022 edition of Sonder Press' "Best Small Fictions" anthology. Visit her website at www.leahmueller.org.
Double-AA-battery -27 posts
I am a 13 year old boy from India and I love writing poetry!!!I It's a funny story, how I started writing poems. I forgot to do my Homework one day and as a reprimand my English Teacher asked me to write a poem on Butterflies. I scribbled something in my notebook and turned it in to her. She loved it and went on to publish it in our school Annual Magazine. And that's how I got into poetry 😊😊😊
thekurlman -27 posts
lyricalsociologist -27 posts
I'm a not-so-mild-mannered college instructor by day and writer by night. I'm an ex-animal rescuer and a forever animal lover. Finally, I'm a progressive, portly, political, powerful, pale-faced, passionate purveyor of poetry and prose.
Chris -27 posts
Lansing, Michigan, USA The hair AND beard are quite real, a Renaissance Gentleman that still wears 'steel' both inside and out. I'm a poet by conscious choice. I like doing "Open Mics" and oral presentations. Poetry is an aural artform. I do bite, but not meanly - so if you care to look (I currently use the free-site writerscafe.org) - you are welcome to visit. There, I add those that ask to be friends and DO speak with them. Through the years I HAVE tried all common and most experimental formats, but I prefer 'freeverse' as my method of expression AND talking WITH rather than AT. My style - 'prose' interlaced with 'freeverse' is succinctly my own as are my views... but I do listen. Please comment on any of my 'works' however you want - shy I'm not, I've been a Poet for a long, long time.
peaflowertea -27 posts
Pea is always in a stage of transformation and believes when we think we've finally become who we are supposed to be, then the journey is at an end. She holds equivalency to a Masters in Graphic Illustration from private tutoring and is working towards an interdisciplinary Masters in Psychology and Creative Writing. She knit professionally for a decade and advocates for alternative arts as therapy for all. She is passionate about advocacy, an active member of the LGBTQ+ family, and aims to provide therapy for victims of sexual abuse in a unique and inclusive environment. Pea believes the current models for sexual health are exclusionary to a wide range of the LGBTQ+ family and intends to change the conversation about healthy sexuality through poetry and erotica.
critico -27 posts
bejeweledpoetry -27 posts
sunandashome -27 posts
Every mood of mine has a colour, traveller, reader, occasional writer and an absolute foodie.
Beth Fleisher -27 posts
norabele -26 posts
afarmer -26 posts
natoraspen -26 posts
lakitagayden -26 posts
Chicago native Mother of two Gigi of one Stay at home Gigi for the moment Unpaid Artist of sorts
Laurel Wilson -26 posts
I'm a writer and an artist. I've been travelling for the last year among family and friends with my dog in an 18' RV. What an amazing adventure and perspective on all the recent changes! It's a scary time full of opportunity and growth. The Poetry Marathon is part of embodying that life of energetic commitment to artistic effort.
deko111 -26 posts
I have been writing poetry and prose since I was in my 20s. I have had many short stories published as well as a book of poetry, ASPHALT SOUNDS by Fore Angels Press: NY. I am active in many writing associations in New York and have been published nationally and in Canada and Croatia. Writing has come easy to me and has widened a journey of love and self awareness which I cherish. I look forward to begin this poetry journey.
EbonySB -26 posts
Author, Poet, Yogi and Blogtalk Radio Host. Writing is how I release, talking is how I heal, yoga is how I balance. From VA, looking forward to the 24hr marathon.
emilyland -26 posts
This is my first year doing the marathon. I am doing the full marathon.
gitabharath -26 posts
author details Gita Bharath has enjoyed five years of teaching middle school before starting on a banking career that lasted thirty four years. Now, happily retired, she focusses on writing and trying out kolam art. She has published six volumes of poetry. Her first book Svara contains three hundred poems, comprising narrative, humour,and philosophical verses. Her work has featured in international anthologies, and won prizes from Literoma, Asian Literary Society, Story Mirror, etc,
dianemurrayward -26 posts
Nancoise -26 posts
This is my fourth Poetry Marathon! This year my intention is to make more use of the excellent prompts.
The Bountiful Balcony Poet -26 posts
With an ear for poetry and a heart for readers, T. Haven Morse uses poetry as a vehicle for forging connections. And, as a side note, she loves to spend hours wandering in the woods of her 18-acre farmstead in the forest! "Not all those who wander are lost." - Tolkien
MaxineWiseWrites -26 posts
Living in Ottawa, Canada with my notebook close by at all times. Poetry focused on geography - the world and our relationships with it. Probably daydreaming about the beach. Obsessed with tea and cats.
Archana Kapoor Nagpal -26 posts
Archana Kapoor Nagpal is an internationally published author of four books – '14 Pearls of Inspiration', 'The Road to a Positive Life', ‘A Haiku Per Day’ and 'The Fragrance of a Beautiful Life'. She often participates in the short story competitions, and her winning stories are now part of international anthologies - 'New Love: Anthology of Short Stories' and the ’12 Facets of a Crystal’. She has seen her short stories, poems and Haiku published in other anthologies as well – ‘A Pinch of Love, Peace and Humanity ’, ‘Atoms of Haiku’, and the ‘Ripples of Love’. She has also been actively involved in the editing, proofreading and book designing of these three anthologies. She has also seen her poems published in numerous other literary journals, blogs, websites and anthologies including Friday Gurgaon, Whispers, Writers Asylum, VerseWrights, The Bamboo Hut, Frogpond (Issue 37-2) – The Journal of the Haiku Society of America, Under the Basho, Asahi Haikuist Network, HOO-Knows Home & Family Magazine, Harvests of New Millennium (Art & Poetry), Gems (An Anthology of haiku, senryu and sedoka), Taj Mahal Review (An International Literary Journal ), Frameless Sky, Tamarind Magazine, A Hundred Gourds 4.1, DailyHaiga, brass bell: a haiku journal, UHTS (United Haiku and Tanka Society) Cattails, Tulip, Paper Wasp, Prune Juice (Journal of Senryu Kyoka & Haiga), Gnarled Oak, Faces and Places – Haiku Anthology, The Mustard Grain, Ershik #9, Modern Haiku (45:3 Issue), Issa’s Untidy Hut, hedgerow: a journal of small poems, NeverEnding Story (Butterfly Dream Haiku), Chrysanthemum 17 and many others. Her haiku and senryu are translated into Chinese, German and Russian as well.
Antonia -26 posts
ncroney -26 posts
Jade -26 posts
Nandhini -26 posts
My name is Nandhini G. Natarajan. This is my second marathon, the first was in 2012. Excited and nervous. Feel free to email me...
rootedphoenix -26 posts
I’m a mid forties poet from the Greater Austin Proper. We live in the suburbs of the Hill Country. I’m married 26 years to my best friend. And I’m a steward for my 16 year old daughter. I have a corgi with social anxiety. Instead of being a support dog for me, I am a support human for her. I also have 2 cats that will scratch me if I don’t mention them.
marty57 -26 posts
Alice -26 posts
SarahW -26 posts
Native New Englander living on the south coast of MA. Although always writing poems in my head, I need/value the structure of an exercise like this marathon to put them into tangible form. Besides, it's a lot of fun to read how others interpret any given prompt. And what a fine way to spend a half-day or more!!! Looking forward to meeting you and reading your words.
TheDayDreamingAuthor -26 posts
An 18-year-old writer who started at 14! Poems, Short Stories, and Fanfiction! I love when poems rhyme! Every poem I ever wrote has rhymes, haha!
Nicole -26 posts
Just me. Clinging to this spinning ball. Loving life and my family. Even when im not. I live on the Eastern shore of Maryland, its beautiful and completely another world from anywhere else on earth. I am a crafter, an artist, a writer and an all around creative soul. Too many interests and not enough focus most of the time.
jenniferprattwalter -26 posts
In this short bio, my every breath.
cbskala -26 posts
I am 20 years old, and I'm an author, a student, a poet, and a martial artist 🙂
deegee -26 posts
Chaotic sad nuerodivergent transmasculine queer boy who's work is mostly about reconnecting with my core self after a lifetime of masking and masquerading. More about feelings than form, but hoping to practice forms more through this!!
shanfordjeff -26 posts
young and yearning for a pen that creates the magic my mind makes.
anomalousresult -26 posts
I'm a technical writer with a massive financial company who blundered into the role through a series of lucky coincidences. But, I also write things that are non-technical, because procedures and processes are poor sustenance for the soul, and a wildly inappropriate place for reckless creativity.
tammy -26 posts
valley2 -26 posts
shrikaanth -26 posts
I am a doctor from India living in England. A trained vocalist and a composer in Indian Classical Music, I write in several languages. My haikai writings appear regularly in reputed journals and anthologies, and have won prizes. A former editor of Cattails (senryu), and former proofreader for journals Cattails and Skylark, I am now the Editor of Blithe Spirit, journal of the British Haiku Society.
Shaunton Taylor -26 posts
I LOVE writing poetry. It is my first and last thought of each day. I love cakes, pies, and chocolate. I think roller coasters are an awesome way to relieve tension and aggression. My favorite place to be is near watersides enjoying the sounds and beauty of nature. I value challenges, BUT I never want to be US president.
ladybird -26 posts
I've been writing since I was a young girl. I'm looking forward to the poetry marathon to engage in a challenge of producing a large body of work in a short period of time. In recent times I have developed the confidence to share my writing with friends and with their encouragement I'm venturing further a field to the public arena.
mary -26 posts
I live in Panama City, Panama (originally from Iowa, USA). Writing poems is my way to make sense of the world. I've worked/lived in Africa, Asia, Europe and Central America. I'm an avid bird watcher (even before the pandemic). Im also a dog lover - without a dog. Married 31 years with 3 adult children and many wonderful friends from around the world.
MaritzaMMejia -26 posts
A bilingual substitute teacher born in Colombia and live in Florida with my husband and our two teenagers. I published my memoir "Hazel Eyes" (2010, two FIVE Stars Bilingual Children Books: "Vanilla and Chocolate" (2012) and "Grandma's Treasure" (2014), and "Poems, Thoughts and More" (2015) by WRB Publishing. I write to inspire others to be a better person. I will prepare for half-marathon by setting up my workplace, preparing my favorite food (Italian) and getting familiar with Wordpress. Happy Marathon!
Kim Smart -26 posts
This is my third poetry marathon and I am looking forward to creating! The creative writing part of my life currently is fulfilled through clean western romances and women's fiction. Poetry was my first writing love and I continue to fuel that love in the creases of life. I envision producing a mixed collection of poems that roam from the gritty parts of life and love to the beauty and magnificence of nature, love, and God.
lepetitpoetry -26 posts
jeckford -25 posts
chowilawu -25 posts
Expatriate living, working, and writing in Canada. Have been experiencing the lighter, brighter, and beautiful parts of life along with a few of its darker sides for a long time. I am more the semblance of a storyteller than a poet, but I love the genre in order to say certain things succinctly and with craftsmanship.
gmariec -25 posts
everybody a poet
ryne -25 posts
givenqdaviswritesgmail-com -25 posts
Christina DiEdoardo -25 posts
I'm a criminal defense attorney and organized-crime historian who's looking forward to spreading her wings and doing more poetry. Can't wait for the marathon! 🙂
judyk -25 posts
imee12 -25 posts
Hi! I'm trying to get back into writing after having a baby six months ago! When I'm not hanging out with my little girl, I'm a software engineer. I'm excited to be a part of this poetry marathon.
bevc721 -25 posts
I am a retired elementary public school teacher, who taught 3rd and 4th grade for 34 years. I'm enjoying writing during my retirement years, as well as learning how to play the piano! My husband and I live in Kentucky, and we're enjoying our "empty nest". We both enjoy traveling, serving in our church, and gardening.
dolcevita -25 posts
Baker -25 posts
I am a young aspiring writer, who wants to restyle and revamp his writing. I am a serious adrenaline junkie and writing helps take my mind off doing death defying stunts and actions
Merry -25 posts
Loved last year so I’m back for year 2 to do a 2nd 1/2 marathon. I’m a poetry fan from oz who is interested in how poetry as a medium is flexible enough to create beauty but also convey heartfelt tragedy.
sketchoflife -25 posts
davehirsh -25 posts
ismtheearthdisturber -25 posts
ZephieJade -25 posts
Ropa -25 posts
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shreyasurajabcd -25 posts
Leo Bianco -25 posts
I started writing to get me through a hard time with my son's surgeries at the request of friends who said to try writing you can't keep it all bottled up inside and turns out I enjoy making people feel my words so I dabble every now and then, am i an author or poet? no i don't think so, have i been published? no other than my blog? am i a writer no I just write. why am i here? to see what real writers poets and authors think of my writing to see if maybe I am wrong and possibly I do fall into one of the categories that I have been thinking I'm not good enough to be in
elenaleejohnson -25 posts
dusty.grein -25 posts
Dusty Grein is an author, award-winning poet and graphics designer from Federal Way, Washington. He currently lives in the Pacific Northwest, where his 15 year old daughter is trying to raise him tight (with limited success). A contributing member of the Society of Classical Poets, he focuses on keeping the classic forms of meter and rhyme fresh and alive. When he is not busy writing, he donates a great deal of his time and graphics talent. In honor of his grandson Eddy, lost to SIDS at 13 weeks old, he creates free memorial images for bereaved families, with a special focus on infant and pregnancy loss. His blog, From Grandpa's Heart... is followed by fans around the world.
cindykarnitz -25 posts
I am writer and editor. I blog about food, family and philosophical notions when the climate dictates. I am published in fiction, non-fiction, poetry and as an editor. I work a day job in Aerospace. I have five kids, two grandkids and an extremely loving and supportive husband. I believe coffee should be its own FDA approved food group. http:\\www.cindykarnitz.com
danielzorn -25 posts
reuben -25 posts
I live in Sydney, Australia and populate my time with inspirations and fascinations. I'm currently studying literature and working as a cook but I spend most of my time reading, writing, playing chess or country music and asking myself if it's too late for coffee or too early for wine. The poetry marathon seems like a wonderful way to further distract myself from everyday affairs.
Aspen -25 posts
I am a SoCal-based visual artist with a BFA in Animation! I have a love for all things poetic and I love the interplay between poetry and illustration. I plan to release a chapbook this winter for the first time ever! My thesis for 2023 is Birds (and all their meanings to me!)
bowlerhatfox -25 posts
Writer and historian.
courtneyhype -25 posts
I would rather eat glass than write about myself. Bios will forever be my downfall. I *was* a poet once upon a time. Signed up for the marathon to prove to myself that I still got it. Baby steps to being myself again.
marathondaun -25 posts
Daun M. Wright, aka The Permissible Poet, Podcaster & Freelance Creative Writer. Daun pens poetry that speaks to the heart of our being, while allowing each reader to reflect on their life's journey. She resides in London, Ontario Canada
emitch -25 posts
Jersey Girl. Tough. Sweet. Smart. Unique.
Snigdha Shaw -25 posts
Snigdha Shaw is a Kolkata based Software Engineer by profession, following her passion as a blogger. Exploring different styles of writing, she has been writing poems since a very young age. Her poems have been published in various anthologies, International Journals and magazines. She aspires to excel in spoken word poetry. You may reach her at www.museofpoetry.com or follow her at Facebook/museofpoetry, Instagram/museofpoetry_
jlwright -25 posts
J. L. Wright is a fulltime RVer enjoying traveling the United States. J. L. wishes to start conversations about current issues through an artistic voice in poetry, photography, and graphic art. Recent publications include The Wire’s Dream Magazine, GNU Journal, Whatcom Watch, Solstice Magazine, and Peace Poets Anthology and chapbook.
El Berto -25 posts
tammyg -25 posts
sfalk09 -25 posts
ajanta -25 posts
Poet, Writer, Artist, Photographer, Reader, Mother, Friend, Moderating Mediator, Space Holder, Eclectic Beholder, Societal Observer, Mindful Meditator, Spiritual Journeyer, Grounded, Compassionate Listener, Articulate Communicator, Interested Bystander, Existential Commentator, Soulful Musical Reveller, Multifaceted Peripheral Dweller, Wiser, Eclectic Wondering, Wandering Renunciate.
thepoetrajah -25 posts
magsatphd -25 posts
Educator, writer, and more...
Nix -25 posts
Writer and reader 🙂 and I am participating in the poetry marathon, trying to the 24 hours 😊
jill-e -25 posts
Veronica Robbins -25 posts
I'm a professional writer by trade, which means I write for food, but rarely for me. Married mother of two. San Francisco Giants fan. Dog lover, Lover of the written word.
Hannah -25 posts
So what does one do once they graduate with a creative writing degree with a minor in art? Yup, they become underemployed with little time to write at home. I'm doing the poetry marathon to force myself to work around my work schedule and finally get back to doing what I love. I chose my degree because it was my passion, and now I want to get back to realizing my dream.
obidity -25 posts
joanie -25 posts
This is somewhat formal for a PIttsburgh girl--no MFA, just a love of words. By the way, I am doing half marathon. Joan Leotta has been playing with words since childhood. She has won awards in the USA and abroad for her writing and performing. Joan has four novels, a collection of short stories, and a picture book in print. Her poetry and essays are in Gnarled Oak, Red Wolf, A Quiet Courage, Eastern Iowa Review, Hobart Literary Review, Silver Birch, Postcard Poems and Prose and others. She recently completed a second term as a Tupelo 30/30 poet and her second picture book, Summer in a Bowl, comes out in September 2016. Joan also performs folklore and one-woman shows on historic figures and teaches writing and story performance. She lives in Calabash, NC with husband Joe where you can find her walking the beach or sorting travel photos. You can reach her at www.joanleotta.wordpress.com and https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joan-Leotta-Author-and-Story-Performer/188479350973
Aymen Zaheer -25 posts
Respected friends, i am from Pakistan, but born and grew up in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and am part of the Pakistan Writers Club. Automation is my job, but poetry is my passion. Wrote various articles and local community reports that were published in news papers.
farzana -25 posts
I.B.Y -25 posts
Writer and poet, I am passionate about stories that go beyond narrative and dive into the nuance of the human experience.
yibbet -25 posts
I teach writing in many different contexts, and I think making stuff may save us.
Aisha Nazir -25 posts
I'm a 20 year-old and I have always had a passion for poetry. I love to write just anything though. I think, mostly, I write because I want to be heard.
themorningreads -25 posts
tammibelko -25 posts
I live in Rocky River, Ohio. I am a middle school English Language Arts teacher and Gifted Intervention Specialist and author of newly released contemporary Young Adult novel, Perchance to Dream (written in verse and prose). This will be my 4th year participating in the 1/2 Poetry Marathon.
Jodi Varnese -25 posts
I am a short story writer and poet by night. I enjoy music of various genres and horseback riding. My partner in crime is my boxer, Roxie, and I do my best to follow the guidance of Jesus and the Holy Spirit through life's many challenges and great experiences.
thefirestarter -25 posts
Originally hailing from Chitown or as commonly known Chicago, I now reside in Ocala, Florida. I come from a strong Puerto Rican background laced with Creole/black descendance. Growing up in a big city afforded me the privilege of being exposed to many breathtaking journeys, heartaches, tragedies and experiences. All of these circumstances created in me an eclectic array of characteristics that can only be attributed to me. I love who I am. I can only thank God for every single occurrence in my life that brought me to this point. And so I write.
v-j-calone -25 posts
v.j.calone (poet, playwright, actor, director) Vincent graduated SUNY Oswego '95 studied under Lewis Turco author of, “The New Book of Forms.” New drama “The Bathroom Sink” fall/winter '22. New chapbook UNWOUND / 40 poems and songs and A re-issue of “A Caesura; A Delve into Podics,” available for trade or upon request @jeweliasdad@aol.com. Vincent is glad to be part of the wonderful writing collective. www.brateragency.com
thepoeticunderground -25 posts
I'm Erin, 19 years old from (usually) sunny Queensland, Australia. I run the blog thepoeticunderground.com and I don't even know what I'm getting myself into.
CWasemScott -25 posts
I make my home in Spokane, WA, where I teach literature and the full range of writing courses at Spokane Falls Community College. I'm the author of the chapbook Predictable as Fire (Moonstone 2021) and the full-length collection The Open Hand of Sky (Finishing Line Press 2022). I've been collecting all kinds of art supplies so that when I retire in a few years, I'll spend time gluing stuff together, whittling and painting sticks, and making paper mache masks and mobiles, hopefully with artistic flare. Visit my website at www.conniewasemscott.com
kevinbrennan -25 posts
Hi My name is Kevin Brennan and this is my first time doing the poetry marathon. I am from Dublin Ireland. I am currently working on my second novel, a science fiction story that starts in the present and goes fifty years into a utopian future where the human race saves itself and the planet thanks to a worldwide shift in attitude. My nickname comes from the title of my first book Gurriers. I perform poetry in The International Bar in Dublin every Wednesday at a fantastic event called Dublin's Underground Beat. This is a music and poetry open mike night where all artists are welcome. We get lots of overseas talent. Last night we had a poet from Chicago, a blues guitarist from Salt Lake City and a harmonica player from Germany. Any poets who come to Ireland should come and join us for a session.
Denise -25 posts
My name is Denise and I have been writing poetry for over 40 years now. I started writing as a child; it was a way of saying what I could not speak.
Samantha -25 posts
Show me inspiration, and I'll show you the world. Budding writer, dreamer, lifelong learner. <3
shawker -25 posts
Secondary English teacher in Worcestershire, England. Amateur novelist and follower of the old ways. Blessed Be! 😉
megawriter -25 posts
I'm a 20 year old young man from California who loves to write, act, play games, and so on. While I'm not currently a published author or poet, I have been a competitive writer on both a local and a global scale. This will be his first year as a participant in the poetry marathon and he is looking forward to the creativity and challenge.
renaego -25 posts
I’m in published poet with a degree in English from the University of Tennessee. For a living I’m a social worker. I didn’t start writing poetry until I was in my mid-40s but I found that I really loved it. I also make jewelry and other artistic endeavors. I’m originally from Pennsylvania and I spent 20 years in Tennessee- now I live in work in Arizona. I’m so happy they’re allowing half marathoners to basically pick their own timeframe. That’s going to help me a lot.
Leonardo Hadit Crowley -25 posts
ngoziandrew -25 posts
Ngozi Andrew is a linguist and communicator who lives in Lagos, Nigeria. A lover of words and everything that can be created with it. She is a fledgling writer and poet who hopes to see her works published soon.
katarzynastomska -25 posts
Indie poet, author of 2 poetry collections, Classroom Assistant based in Scotland,mum of 2
kosh -25 posts
I enjoy writing poems and short stories and have begun writing a novel. I love science fiction/fantasy the most but enjoy every genre. I like to explore the depths of the human psyche and jiggle around whatever I find. While much of my work is traditionally dark, I enjoy the lighter side of humanity and try to fill my works with hope. I also hate talking about myself because I never know what to say...so there! Lol
eve-mary -25 posts
Eve is a 5th grade teacher in Massachusetts. She has been writing poetry since she was seven. Mary, her daughter, is presently teaching English in Santiago, Chile. This year, Eve and Mary are teaming up as a mother-daughter team to share our love of words.
jondelb -25 posts
JessicaCruz -25 posts
afrose -25 posts
S Afrose, from Bangladesh.
eilidhstjohn -25 posts
Cameron Gilkes -25 posts
I am freelance writer and photography by nights and weekends. By day I work in the standard 9:00 to 5:00 world of corporate America. I have been writing poetry since I was able to put words on paper. My life and my hobbies all revolve around this love for words. Everyday I challenge myself on how I can do a little more with my passion for writing.
Darryl Commings -25 posts
Hey all! I'm an accountant by trade, doctoral candidate in ministry, borderline heretic minister by calling. I'm a husband, adoptive father, brother, cousin, and friend. And apparently...for at least one day...I'm a poet.
