rob mclennan's clever substack

founded July 1993 : Ottawa-based poetry chapbook, journal + broadside publisher; edited/published/folded/stapled/enveloped + carried around in bags by rob mclennan,

Concise, idiosyncratic reviews of books I got for free or cheap, with an emphasis on Canadian poetry.

sharing a poem with an accompanying writing prompt every Sunday

An erratic but well-intentioned missive from writer Charles Jensen. Topics include writing, the writing life, and anything shiny that captures his attention.

An ongoing dialogue between poets and creatives of all kinds, celebrating the ways we connect through mentorship, community and transitions, hosted by Cara Waterfall.

Here you'll find stories about the songs I write, as well as other weird tales I've experienced. Thanks for following along!

Writing and publishing updates

musings & practical guides on how to teach poetry in the high school classroom

21st c. life thru a queer & quirky kaleidoscope and economic strife

Culture, politics, and misery.

Writing That Goes Everywhere, Man

Memoir, photos, fiction excerpts, short essays, texts about writing by Douglas Glover.

Writing at the intersection of creativity, neurodivergence, and the more-than-human world; looking closely for the self who inhabits all three.

Writing about poetry differently, every week

Whatever I say!

Occasional essays on literature, poetry, movies, and culture, with a particularly obsessive interest in Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin novels, plus a little fiction of my own.

Nitty-gritty process-nerd notes on writing, reading, teaching, & cooking. Monthly(ish) updates with writing exercises, reading recs, recipes, and more.

Five South updates and info. Support us by reading or donating. Thanks.

essays, art, and inspiration from an American writer in Paris

One gay little poem every week.

Now off social media, I hope to update people on my goings-on

Free monthly Flash Fiction Craft Articles & Prompts / Weekly Posts & Community Writing Events for paid subscribers from Writer & Teacher, Kathy Fish

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Perception, concussion, poetry, basketball, time, etc.

cosmic edgelady writing on art and the cosmos

a mirabilary is a person who writes of wonders.