Donate to Your Local Library
Rudolfo Anaya, a fine New Mexico writer, died recently. To honor him, donate to your local library. About the legacy of Rudy Anaya:
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Communion: Poetry That Resonates
Published in 1991, Pat’s third collection of poetry, Communion, resonates today as it provides a healing voice and an international perspective in considering the art of poetry itself, male/female relationships, separation from children, homeland and tradition. The concerns of our … Continue reading →
Our Unseen Mentors
I am in the final phase of my seventh poetry collection for adults (the first six are: Agua Santa: Holy Water, Adobe Odes, Aunt Carmen’s Book of Practical Saints, Communion, Borders and Chants). As I read, re-read, and tweak, the … Continue reading →
A poetry reading from Libby Martinez
Enjoy this video featuring Pat’s daughter and co-author, Libby Martinez.
Continue reading →Poem in Your Pocket Day
Tomorrow is Poem in Your Pocket Day! On April 30, the Academy of American Poets offers an annual celebration of poetry. Join the fun by printing a poem to carry with you tomorrow. Be sure to share your poem selection … Continue reading →
Read a poem a day
It’s National Poetry Month, a good time to begin the habit of reading some poetry every day. There’s plenty to choose from in these collections of Pat’s poetry for adults:
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Hooray for holidays! The next book in The Poetry Friday Anthology series, The Poetry Friday Anthology for Celebrations, features poems in English and Spanish by 115 poets for 150+ holidays and celebrations, including: Random Acts of Kindness Week, Children’s Book … Continue reading →
Celebrate World Water Day
Water rolls onto the shore under the sun, under the moon. El agua rueda haia la orilla bajo el sol, bajo la luna.
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