The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. Every April since its inception in 1996 by the Academy of American Poets, National ...

For this week's prompt, write a resource poem. There are natural resources, like water, coal, lumber, etc. There are also academic resources, like a dictionary, thesaurus, encyclopedia, etc. And then, ...

Ever thought about writing a poem? Why not take the leap? In a new series, award-winning poet Jessica Traynor shares insights to help you find your voice. On a cold day, around a decade ago, I spent ...

A version of this story ran in the January / February 2025 issue. Write about the untouchable. Something out of arm’s reach, like freedom, the stars, or you. Write an ode to misfits. A poem of praise ...