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Stories in Poets that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
we all slum it in the end
we all slum it in the end even when we turn dirt to gold refuse to do what we're told turn gold to dirt refuse to do
Paul StewartPublished 5 days ago in Poetsyour vodka and spite.
I have cut my hands On the silhouette of your name For a year now ❀ You got my letter My question My plea Fed it to the fire
Dignity
I will not smash your car up although the thought did once occur I will not post the truth on socials and then block you.
TheSpinstressPublished 4 days ago in PoetsOut with the Old
Have you persisted at tasks or relationships, though the labours hardly bore fruit? We hang on to things that no longer serve any purpose because we have an attachment to them.
Michelle LiewPublished 2 days ago in PoetsMaking Time
If Time had wandered weary in And sat him down to drink, And whispered in his weary voice "I have no time to think", I'd take my father's face to mine
Hannah MoorePublished 5 days ago in PoetsMirages
I’d always placed you on a pedestal. Incredible you were--your castle glimmered in the sky. I was always stagnant as I watched you there:
new world
there is no escape from cement-bourne memories habits forced deep into genetics until they blend forwards with the self a cage familiar yet no less daunting
Turning Pages of Life
Life’s like a book — some parts are good, others not so much. Still, keep turning the pages; you might find the best chapter next. If someone hurts you, choose to forgive or just let it be, but never change who you are for them.
Emily Chan - Life and love sharingPublished 6 days ago in Poets
Collections
Themed story collections curated by the Vocal moderators.
Only the Classics
The roots from which poetry as we know it has flourished. Taking you back to the classical era, one stanza at a time.
Life as a Poet Knows It
Industry tips for new poets. Welcome to the Poets family.
America in Verse
One Nation, United by Poetry. Exploring the United States of America through word.
Latest Stories
Most recently published stories in Poets.
Breaking Free
Breaking Free Breaking free from what once bound us Regaining independence, Every tear’s shed, way too much fuss Aching hearts, no defence
Krishan MubasharPublished 32 minutes ago in PoetsSilent Departure
Silent Departure ______By Aranna Hasan Delwar. The hand that once felt so reassuring, holding on so tightly, When that hand suddenly, out of neglect or disregard,
Aranna Hasan DelwarPublished about an hour ago in PoetsSearch Engines
Our love for the search is desperate, mad We must get over our amnesia Hunting and gathering are all we’ve had “Shopping,” “questing,” “searching”—pure poesia
D. J. ReddallPublished about 2 hours ago in PoetsAn Open Heart
A friend once unintentionally uttered wise words as she tried to complain that there are those who feign agreement though their feelings and behaviour are far from the truth. "Hypocrisy is essential to civilized living!" She sighed.
Michelle LiewPublished about 2 hours ago in PoetsMy Insidious Companion
There are days when her silence feels deafening and days when she won’t shut up. She’s the shadow self, the one who thrives on my own self-doubt. Her words, insidious and insistent, always trying to pull me under.
Southern Sovereignty: An Ode to the Chera, Chola, and Pandya Kingdoms
From Madurai's heart, where history unfolds, A tale of three kingdoms, both mighty and bold. The Cheras, the Cholas, the Pandyas grand, Who shaped the south with a masterful hand.
Enigma
Clues woven in shadows of mind's labyrinth, Veiled whispers of mysteries. created by the author with Bing Copllot Mysteries whisper,
Yasemin Yiğit KuruPublished about 2 hours ago in PoetsTEARS OF THE HEART
If only there was a drain I would openly let My heart's language In the form of tears Into it's trusted guide To maneuver it to you.
Emos Sibu Poriei (Kaya)Published about 3 hours ago in Poets
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