POET'S DIGEST

Are we all just lonely now? This article was culled from Henrietta O's substack. Now, who would have thought that adulthood would be so lonely? Certainly not I. It seems like we are growing increasingly disconnected from one another. I am not sure if this loneliness is due to this drawn-out winter here in the North that has remained steadfast in not giving us any reprieve, or the fact that adulthood sadly did not meet my childhood expectations. There is something to be said about leaning heavily on expectations and nostalgia for comfort. It certainly doesn’t make it easier when our expectations don’t match our somewhat grim reality.  When I was a kid, all I ever wanted was to grow up, be fiercely independent and live a life with lots of adventures with my closest companions by my side. Most of that sounds like fantasy to anyone who knows what adult life is truly like. Oh but back then, I thought it possible; perhaps this dream was fuelled by the countless sitcoms I watc...

Star of the Month! Rebecca Wildblood is an exceptionally talented poet. Her writing style paints beautiful pictures, with impeccable imagery and diction to boot.  A phenomenal creative and a worthy recipient  for the acclaimed, "Poet of the Month" title for the month of October, 2026. Rebecca is an official member of the Collab Tour, and according to the Founder of the Tour, Joseph Spencer, PhD, "Rebecca is an epitome of talent and Charisma. A vital part of the Collab Tour and a person I hold in the highest regard".    Her debut collection, "I AM" enjoyed critical acclaim  worldwide which culminated in the book reaching Number 1 on the Amazon Bestsellers Lists.  She also became the 19th Official Amazon Bestseller of the Collab Tour. The entire editorial board congratulates Rebecca on being the "Poet of the Month" for October, 2026..  Terry Fletcher Acting Editor in Chief

New Book Release! Multiple Amazon Bestselling Poet, Jacqueline Kimberly just released the highly anticipated and sought after poetry collection in recent times.  "Flare Weather" is now available officially on Amazon worldwide, both on paperback and ebook versions respectively. This is officially Jacqueline's third book and its already proving to be a fans favourite.   "Flare Weather" is highly recommended to Poetry lovers and people who are neutrals.  It is a book for everyone.  By Joseph Spencer  Ph.D (Collab Tour/ Founder)

Interview with Jacqueline Kimberly! Jacqueline Kimberly is a multiple Amazon Bestselling Poet.  Her debut collection, "Confessions Over Tequila" broke all sorts of records; topping the charts on Amazon bestseller lists with reckless abandon.  "Fractured Euphoria", her follow up second book has some how been able to usurp the achievements of "Confessions Over Tequila", as it sat as Number 1 on the Overall Poetry Charts for all continents on Amazon.  An incredible feat.  Jacqueline is also now a two time, consecutive bestselling poet and the 20th consecutive bestseller of her global writers group, "The Collab Tour" where she ranks as a prominent member.  Her upcoming third poetry collection is on the way and she gives some details.  Below are excerpts:  1. How has life been since "Fractured Euphoria" dropped? Honestly... it's been a total rollercoaster. I actually wrote the entire second half of that book overnight. Lookin...

The Art of Being! This article was culled from Henrietta. O,s substack. There is something tragically beautiful about choosing ourselves; it’s a return to sovereignty, to remembering, to that inner, unshakeable knowing that we matter even when nothing around us is reflecting that truth. I wasn’t blessed with an overwhelming level of confidence as a child; in fact, I was meek and unassuming. I didn’t have many friends growing up, and spent most of my time getting lost in my thoughts and playing with my siblings, the neighbourhood kids and the few friends I had. I was told consistently to come out of my “shell” as if confidence was hiding in the cocoon of meekness.  One advantage of being withdrawn, shy and unassuming is that you spend most of your time observing people and patterns, you become highly skilled at predicting outcomes in mundane situations with psych-like precision that it’s chilling for others to witness. I became very good at noticing things that many peop...

Introducing Danny! Danny is a phenomenal poet and spoken work artist, with remarkable passion and determination to make impactful strides in the world through his craft and this is very obvious in his zeal and consistency in the world of Literature, specifically poetry which speaks for itself. His relatable and brilliant style of writing is exactly why Danny  is now here on the most prestigious writers platform in the world.  Today, we take a foray into the world of Danny with excerpts below detailing his amazing story. "The Poet Badger Started in a Bank Queue I wrote my first poem in a queue at Barclays Bank. I was twenty-nine, stressed about money, and the queue was moving slowly. The energy in me wasn’t. I’d always enjoyed creative writing, but I’d never written a poem as such—though perhaps I’d written bits of one without knowing it. Then a line turned up: “I feel it in the air…” I followed it into debt, pressure, and the question underneath it all: what’s it a...