In the realm of poetry, there exists a unique breed of writers who not only capture the essence of their surroundings but also infuse their verses with a rebellious spirit, defying the conventional norms of expression. One such poet in the Finger Lakes region is Carol Mikoda, who journeyed f… Read moreDiscovering Freedom in Verse: Exploring the Poetry of Carol Mikoda

If you’ve been to Equal Grounds Coffee’s Pure Kona Open Mic nights over the past 31 years, chances are you’ve met or at least experienced the poetic magic that pours forth from Rochesterian Chris Hammond.  Read moreRhymes and Rebellion: The Poetic Journey of Chris Hammond

As founder and publisher of Ragged Sky Press, the words of Webster’s Ellen Foos weave through the tapestry of life with grace and insight and she has carved a niche for herself in the literary world, leaving an indelible mark with her evocative verses. Working for Ecco, Graywolf, and Princet… Read moreEllen Foos Returns to Webster, Crafting Verse with Wit and Wisdom

For Rochester’s Kitty Jospe, creative writing and poetry writing specifically has been a staple throughout her life, even as early as Christmas letters and celebrations as a child. She also reminisces about when she was around six years old and asked her mother on a rainy vacation day, “What… Read moreKitty Jospe Shares Her Poetic Words of Wisdom