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Dear Versopolis friends,as we welcome the month of April, we take a moment to look back at the events, articles, and conversations that made March such an unforgettable month for Versopolis. From virtual poetry festivals to author interviews, our community of writers and readers came together to celebrate the power of poetry to inspire and challenge us in these uncertain times. As we move forward into a new season, we remain committed to amplifying diverse voices and fostering meaningful conversations about culture, identity, and art. We are grateful for your ongoing support and hope that you will continue to join us on this journey.Best regards,
your Versopolis teamPOETRY EXPO 23A big thank you!We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to all the participating organisations and individuals, from all over the world, as well as to the audience. Your contributions helped us promote diversity, freedom of expression, and build bridges between cultures through the power of poetry. We are grateful for your support and invite you to join us again for Poetry Expo 2024.
Poetry Expo 2023 reached as many as 142,000 poetry enthusiasts from around the world, who visited the project's website more than 20,000 times during the fair. The digital poetry fair hosted 96 events and projects from 88 organizations.
To translate oneself is an act of survival
Saami literature finds itself in a peculiar spot. On the one hand it embodies a voice that has been passed on orally by storytellers for millennia, influencing major literary periods worldwide. On the other hand it is repeatedly referred to as a literary movement in its infancy by members of the majority societies that have come to colonise and settle the vast expanses we call our home.>> Read article no.1
>> Read article no.2
Trends in recent Latvian poetry
Saying what you mean
The sheer variety of poetry published in Latvia in recent years, ranging from conceptual experiments to impenetrable works reminiscent of high modernism to direct and forceful lyric poetry (incidentally, some poets have written in all these styles), makes it an exciting time to partake in poetic activity. The poets’ daring and nerve goes against the perceived reserve and aloofness of Eastern Europe, and the literary community is periodically replenished with new and surprising arrivals.>> Read article no.1
>> Read article no.2
>> Find the upcoming festivals
Versopolis authors Liz Berry and Billy Ramsell traveled to Umeå, Sweden in March to participate in Littfest, one of the largest and most prominent literary festivals in the Nordic region. During the festival, Berry and Ramsell shared their unique perspectives and experiences as poets, engaging in conversations with other writers and readers about the power of language to connect us across borders and cultures. Their participation in Littfest was a testament to Versopolis' commitment to fostering a global community of writers and readers, and we are proud to have had their voices represented at this important event.
>> Stroll down their memory lane
