What I don't understand is how books get banned for "problematic themes," yet most streaming services & virtually all social platforms are full of problematic content. The only difference is when reading, there tends to be greater nuance in how its processed. idk
The irony of banning books about trafficking and sexual violence...
shorturl.at/30k4hbans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with 'Sold' topping the list
Wow. The phones, computers, tablets, tvs, and damn near everything with a power source are already listening. I'm just waiting for the implants that record our thoughts for "posterity."
Send more is definitely encouraging. You'll get in there next time.
Congrats, Rick!
"Instead our bodies end
each fight
for us. And now—
how will this marriage survive?
So miserably
in love."
www.theshorepoetry.org/kelly-grace-...
"sometimes things are resting out of exhaustion, and sometimes things are resting in preparation. That felt good."
The efficacy of carbon capture is laughable.
Big Oil: Let's just keep throwing around buzz words and misleading data around climate change solutions and hope people don't notice...yea...that's it. Let's do that.
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
Chalkboard with writing saying “Quote of the day: Don’t cling to a mistake just because you spent a long time making it.” – Unknown.
Still not sure who did this, but it’s really good advice for cities.
I'm seeking a few writers who might be interested in writing a review and have access to publishing the review for my current poetry collection "is(ness). Serious inquiries only. You can message me and I can get you in touch with my publisher.
gnashingteethpublishing.com/books/isness/
Pub day 🎉 my new chapbook INSIDE THE GARDEN OF ALCHEMY WITH DMX AND KARL MARX is out today with @ghostcitypress.bsky.social!
Special thanks to Kevin and Justin for bringing this project to publication
Enjoy centos from DMX and Marx. FREE / pay what you can model
ghostcitypress.com/2025-summer-...
Becoming Altar New and Selected Poems Kyla Houbolt a bright blue and gold book of poems from subpress and rose lilies on my counter
Apropos the Latest What if I choose one sin per day: mayonnaise or murder, or a tiny lie, depending on factors. So far I have not had the factors for murder but I'm keeping a list. Flattery is easier but leaves a residue. Murder tempts me with its completeness. A poem by Kyla Houbolt
What if I choose one sin per day:
mayonnaise or murder
Kyla Houbolt
@luaz.bsky.social
Gotta love that salvation via "heartfelt threats"
Submissions are still open for the 7th Annual STORY Foundation Prize, judged by @deeshaphilyaw.bsky.social. Submit before December 15th to be considered.
Gray Davidson Carroll writes, "We want to know you're different."
Sometimes, you just want to talk about trees in your poetry.
This guy in Sperlonga insisted on taking a photo with us. Who is he, we don't know. He wanted to take us for coffee afterwards.
I would think the capital city would be better. But, my wife and I have felt more welcomed in the tiny towns.
The microaggressions in the U.S. were a nuisance. But, the abject racism here (Rome) is often surprising and hurtful.
I wasn't prepared.
People fear what they don't understand. Then they hate what they fear.
Looking forward to reading Francesca. Congrats!
They will be utterly lost. Dare they have original thoughts, unaltered by AI?
It will be quality over quantity, in the end. At least that I can hope for.
