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Poets Media isolates the most poignant, powerful, and exquisitely composed verses and quotes in the universal poetry canon.

Journey-2
A journey without pain Is a journey without growth No reward for the champion No pride in survival If all is trifle How many times can one be made anew
By Atomic Historian9 months ago in Poets
Kula
Here's a teaser for the book, "Cliffs of Kapu" written by Tony Martello Kula, Keeper of the Cliffs She moves like the ocean’s whispered breath,
By Tony Martello9 months ago in Poets
Poetic Justice
I wrote this poem under a Leo moon, after I had been betrayed. Moon In Leo … something to be Dear Diary, Sometimes there’s just too much
By Jennidoll of (jennidoll.inc)9 months ago in Poets
3/7/22
Handprints upon paper to ensure my life does not end with me and I know this may burn in the candle’s flame because I can’t
By Olivia Dodge9 months ago in Poets
It's always darkest before the dawn
A poem I wrote at one of the darkest times. There was no hope to be found. So, I wrote. And I waited to see the sun. *** Moon in Aquarius
By Jennidoll of (jennidoll.inc)9 months ago in Poets
William Shakespeare (1564–1616)
Introduction William Shakespeare (1564–1616) is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and one of the most influential playwrights in history. His plays, which range from comedies like A Midsummer Night's Dream to tragedies like Hamlet, have been performed more often than any other playwright's works. But who was the man behind the quill? Was he truly the sole author of his works, or do conspiracy theories about his identity hold weight? How did a Stratford-upon-Avon glover’s son become a literary legend?
By Silas Blackwood9 months ago in Poets
Sunscreen (My Version)
Ladies and gentlemen of the class of [current year]. Wear sunscreen…. If I could offer you one tip for the future sunscreen would be it. The long-term benefits of sunscreen have been scientifically proven whereas the only basis for my advice is my own meandering experience. I shall dispense this advice…. now!
By ChampionElCid9 months ago in Poets
Royal Voices
Ingrit started sifting through the pages Like a colander of flour The ventriloquist taught skills of mages Sharing in detail, secret powers
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden9 months ago in Poets
Eternal Flame: A Love Poem
In the quiet hush of twilight’s glow, Where golden sun and shadows flow, I find your name upon the breeze, A whispered sigh among the trees.
By Am@n Khan 9 months ago in Poets
Ashes in the Rain
I. The City Sleeps with One Eye Open The city hunches like a drunk in the alley, coughing neon into puddles, its breath thick with secrets and gin.
By Esther Sun9 months ago in Poets
rage potion #seven
I slipped the Rage potion #7 inside my mouth I knew it was coming The rage turned to deep-inside-welling-up melancholy How much more pain can I feel inside before it hits a nerve hits a wall hits something other than me
By Melissa Ingoldsby9 months ago in Poets
Heart Armor
I forged my ribs into blackened steel, where love once burned, now cold, concealed. A throne of ash, where hope once knelt—
By mitty anego9 months ago in Poets