Introduction Let’s be honest. Looking for poetry competitions and grants can feel like a full-time job. You type “poetry competition 2025” into Google, and suddenly you’re staring at dozens of tabs, half of which look like broken web portals from 2010. Some promise prize money, others look shady, and by the end of the search you’re not even sure if you should trust them. The problem is, as a poet, you don’t just want to write—you also want to be recognized, maybe earn a little cash, and find opportunities that can keep you going when motivation (and your bank account)…

Introduction There’s a reason people stop scrolling when a spoken word clip shows up on their feed. It’s raw, it’s emotional, and it feels alive in a way typed words on a screen just can’t. Performance poetry — sometimes called spoken word — has been around for centuries, but in 2025 it feels fresher than ever. The problem is, when people hear “poetry,” they still picture dusty books, complicated metaphors, and classroom lectures. But the good news is, performance poetry flips that idea completely. It’s loud, it’s present, and it’s made to be heard. In fact, the art form has…

Introduction Let’s be real for a second. In 2025, you can generate almost anything online—AI writes emails, designs logos, even spits out poetry in seconds. But here’s the problem: most of it feels… flat. Like it’s missing that spark of soul. That’s exactly why custom poetry services are still alive and kicking today. And honestly, they’re not just alive—they’re growing. Because when words actually matter, when you want to capture emotion in a way that feels authentic, a personalized poem beats any AI-generated verse. What Are Custom Poetry Services Anyway? Think of them as hiring a poet-for-hire, but updated for…

Introduction If you’ve ever scribbled a poem on the back of a receipt or typed one into your phone notes at 2 a.m., you already know poetry doesn’t ask for permission. It just happens. The problem is, publishing poetry has always been a headache. Traditional publishers usually treat it like the smallest corner of literature—low sales, limited interest, and hardly any marketing budget. But the good news is, 2025 has flipped the script. Poets are no longer waiting around for gatekeepers to “approve” their voice. Self-publishing poetry has become the go-to path for writers who want freedom, visibility, and direct…