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April is National Poetry Month

When was the last time you read a poem?

Why not start now?

 

A Poem for
National Poetry Month

poems may rhyme or poems may be free

poems may be found in the library

read them online or open a book

poetry is worth another look


Poetry Books in the Library

Search CLICnet for poetry. Find poetry books to read or books about poets.

Subject search: poetry
Try also: blank verse, children's poetry, ballads, limericks

Reference Books

Columbia Granger's Index to Poetry PN1022 .G7 1997

Encyclopedia of American Poetry PS323.5 .E53 2001

Who's Who in Twentieth-century World Poetry PN1271 .W46 2002

Oxford Companion to Twentieth-century Poetry in English Available online through Oxford Reference Online

The Penguin Rhyming Dictionary Available online through Credo Reference

*See also the Library's guide to English Literature and Critical Theory Resources


Poetry Resources Online

National Poetry Month
From poets.org, the Academy of American Poets. See the FAQ

Why Poetry Month is Bad for Poetry
Article by poet Charles Berstein

Poetry Foundation Poetry Tool
Find poems by title, occasion, category and more. Also look up poets, articles, and more. Read them online!

Poetry.org - Collected works of famous poets
Read poetry by Longfellow, Thoreau, Whitman, Yeats, and others


Local Resources

The Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis
Take classes, go to readings, hang out.

Intermedia Arts Literary Programs (formerly SASE)
Minneapolis literary center with readings, workshops, grants and more.

Split Rock Arts from U of M
Arts classes for you! Not for credit courses in writing, textiles, painting, etc.

Poetry/Spoken Word events in the Twin Cities
City Pages