Do places change or do we? Elsa Kallio explores this question in her poetry. Read on!
All in Poetry
What’s bad?
This author’s voice engages in what is ineffable and wrong in timing. Would this powerful poem resonate in what’s bad for you?
Poetry Workshop at Helsinki Upper Secondary of Visual Arts
What does poetry teaching look like inside a classroom in 2020? Leo’s article details the experience of a two-session poetry workshop, and most importantly, introduces the poems written by the new, High School poets. You may find the students’ poems scattered in this issue.
The Little Things
This poet talks about what’s essential in life.
A Penny For Your Thoughts
A penny for your thoughts. / The strings of my purse are frayed from twirling, / constant, / Twirling leaves take flight in late September.
Guest Writer Satu Ikäheimo: Absolute Mortality
i am punctured blood spilled / standing on the street corner / screaming until the police are called / i am put under arrest / for disturbance of the peace so / i cut my lungs out and / burn them as a symbolic gesture
How to Write Poetry During Coronavirus?
If you’re looking for ways to entertain yourself in the midst of this crisis, I here bring you a really creative one. It’s called a “found poem,” and I’ll give you the instruction on how to create your own next.
Thirst
Accept my humble offering
For this altar of time
I have a way to end your suffering
And it won't cost a dime
The Heart That Pines
do you know what it feels like / to dream with such devotion / that it aches? / like a dull pang / paced by the clank / of your hope-clustered heart