Blog #Poetry

In this book review, Steph covers (Un)Wholesome by the amazingly perceptive Chelsea Bartell. Give this a read if you're looking for words that will tug at your soul.

Today we are sharing with you the rest of the poetry that Chelsea Bartell submitted, as well as some illustrations that the talented Emily Bourne (@floteren on Instagram) created to fit Chelsea's words. We hope you enjoy/resonate with Chelsea's poetry and check out these lovely individuals' work!

“Any boys you love instead?” [Still you] The one with the brown eyes. [I really did love his brown eyes] [but only because they looked like hers]." Collage poetry submission by Emily Bourne (@floteren on Instagram) to kick off Pride month on Peach! Please give this lovely piece a read.

A handful of works submitted by Chelsea Bartell, some of which are from her collection (Un)Wholesome. Her pieces feature themes of love and heartbreak. Please read, and check out Chelsea's book!

"I sit - visions blurred by obsidian - wondering when the next eruption will begin." We were tagged in this awesome piece by @perceived_perspectives on Instagram and completely fell in love with it! Check it out xx.

TW: eating disorders. Today we're featuring this bittersweet piece by Carlea Baughn (@carlea.the.poet on Instagram) about eating disorders and healing … and if you find yourself in these words, please know you are not alone.

I talked to Emily Harvey,(@emilyharveypoetry on Instagram) who was one of our first contributors last year, about her upcoming chapbook and her mental illness-focused series, among other topics. Please read and enjoy!

National Poetry Writing Month prompts that we posted which YOU turned into amazing works! Part two

National Poetry Writing Month prompts that we posted which YOU turned into amazing works! Part one

Two pieces titled Bowtie and Vulnerability submitted by Charlie, ( @ariesmooncharlie on Instagram!) a poet and massage therapist from Spokane! Please read and enjoy - both of these pieces really struck a chord with me. Thank you again for your beautiful submission, Charlie!

Steph reviews Catarine Hancock's newest release Shades of Lovers, a must buy for emotional storytelling. Give this a read, and buy the book!

Last month, I sat down in Starbucks with an almond milk cold brew and texted an amazing artist, writer, and musician named Lora Mathis. We talked about music, Lora's upcoming projects, and what inspires her to write. Article written by Maddy Hart.