I recently spent some time submitting poems in the hopes that 2018 might bring a few more acceptances my way. (2017 was a little quiet, in that respect.) While researching various publications, it occurred to me that there’s a pretty standard code for naming a lit journal. Just take an emotion or a color, addContinue reading “How to Name a Lit Journal”
Author Archives: Carie Juettner
“Ms. M” – A Friction Poem
On Saturday, I had the privilege of hearing Alan Birkelbach speak at the Austin Poetry Society‘s November meeting. Alan, a former Texas Poet Laureate, read several of his enchanting, relatable poems, talked about his involvement with the Words of Preservation project, gave advice on the publishing industry, and led the audience in a short writingContinue reading ““Ms. M” – A Friction Poem”
The Night is Meant For Reading
I wrote this little poem during a 15-minute writing session at my school’s writing club last Thursday and felt like sharing it today. 🙂 The Night is Meant for Reading Time changes, the evening comes home early from work. These days that are like gnats fly freely into the candle of afternoon and flare upContinue reading “The Night is Meant For Reading”
Carie Juettner 