Brook Bhagat

Going Cold (or Hot on Nonsense) Writing Workshop Coming to ACC Litfest on Saturday, Feb 21 I am honored to be facilitating a writing workshop and reading my poetry at the ACC Litfest! The Arapahoe Community College Writers' Studio full-day conference, open to students and community members, will take place on Saturday, February 21, from 9 am to 4 pm in Littleton, Colorado. At $30 for CCCS students and a bit more for the public, it's absolutely "the most affordable, quality-laden literary festival you will find, for writers of all levels and ages." That $30 includes lunch, as well as author readings and signings from luminaries like…

Going Cold (or Hot on Nonsense) Writing Workshop Coming to ACC Litfest on Saturday, Feb 21

I am honored to be facilitating a writing workshop and reading my poetry at the ACC Litfest! The Arapahoe Community College Writers' Studio full-day conference, open to students and community members, will…

Exploring Ecopoetry: “A Day at the Lake” Published on A Story in 100 Words I'm happy to share that my prose poem, "A Day at the Lake," was published on A Story in 100 Words. The piece was written in a fantastic workshop on Ecopoetry led by poet brice maiurro at the Castle Rock Writers' Conference, which I attended with several members of the Nearby Universe in August. The poem appears here on A Story in 100 Words: A Day at the Lake

Exploring Ecopoetry: “A Day at the Lake” Published on A Story in 100 Words

I'm happy to share that my prose poem, "A Day at the Lake," was published on A Story in 100 Words. The piece was written in a fantastic workshop on Ecopoetry led by poet brice maiurro at the Castle Rock Writers' Conference,…

Scribbling in the New Year at the Nearby Universe Winter Write-in From left: sci-fi, fantasy, poetry, and pickleball life lessons--aka Sage, Jackal, me, and Brooke. We wrote for hours and enjoyed coffeehouse jazz, desserts, and fancy coffee drinks, jibber-jabbering about writing and our works-in-progress. What a fantastic way to celebrate the new year, our imaginations, and our amazing writing community!

Scribbling in the New Year at the Nearby Universe Winter Write-in

From left: sci-fi, fantasy, poetry, and pickleball life lessons--aka Sage, Jackal, me, and Brooke. We wrote for hours and enjoyed coffeehouse jazz, desserts, and fancy coffee drinks, jibber-jabbering about writing and our…

“I Remember It Was Called an Ash, the Baby Tree That Was” Published in Bite More, Smash More: Red Ogre Review’s 2024-2025 Anthology I’m proud to share publication news for this tough little piece, a prose poem for the girl next door who was not ok. "I Remember It Was Called an Ash, the Baby Tree That Was" is part of a gorgeous collection featuring dozens of poets, ranging from exciting new voices to multiple major prize winners, prestigious grant and fellowship recipients, Poet Laureates, and well-known names. Bite More, Smash More: Red Ogre Review's 2024-2025 Anthology is the fourth book in the series from Red Ogre Review. It was released on November 30 and is available now on Amazon.

“I Remember It Was Called an Ash, the Baby Tree That Was” Published in Bite More, Smash More: Red Ogre Review’s 2024-2025 Anthology

I’m proud to share publication news for this tough little piece, a prose poem for the girl next door who was not ok. "I Remember It Was Called an Ash, the Baby Tree…

“Wanderstar,” a Tribute to Andrea Gibson, Forthcoming in Anthology I am proud to share that my poem, "Wanderstar," is forthcoming in the 40 West Arts District anthology Progress, not Perfection. "Wanderstar" honors Colorado Poet Laureate Andrea Gibson, who died of cancer last summer. The anthology includes a special subsection of poetry dedicated to Gibson, each one written after a different poem of theirs. "Wanderstar" is written after Andrea Gibson's Orbit. I learned about the unique poetry writing prompt and opportunity in a workshop facilitated by 40 West Arts District Poet Laureate Marissa Forbes at the Castle Rock Writers' Conference…

“Wanderstar,” a Tribute to Andrea Gibson, Forthcoming in Anthology

I am proud to share that my poem, "Wanderstar," is forthcoming in the 40 West Arts District anthology Progress, not Perfection. "Wanderstar" honors Colorado Poet Laureate Andrea Gibson, who died of cancer last summer. The anthology…

Celebrating Poetry and Community at Queer Lit Night The bravest poems are magic. When spoken aloud, they make our armor disappear in thin air. They open our eyes and hearts. Then the next heart finds a voice, and the next. Queer Lit Night, at the PPSC Learning Commons last month, was that kind of magical poetry reading. The evening included poetry from visiting authors Ashley Cornelius and Nico Wilkinson, faculty members Kenny Idleman and me, and students and community members who shared on the queer open mic. It was an experience of beauty, art, and community I'll never forget.

Celebrating Poetry and Community at Queer Lit Night

The bravest poems are magic. When spoken aloud, they make our armor disappear in thin air. They open our eyes and hearts. Then the next heart finds a voice, and the next. Queer Lit Night, at the PPSC Learning Commons last month, was that kind of…

Queer Lit Night is On at Pikes Peak State College I'm happy to share that Queer Lit Night has been rescheduled for Wed, Nov 12 from 5-7 pm at the Pikes Peak State College Downtown Learning Commons, 100 W. Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs. The evening will feature readings and performances from two amazing queer writers, Poet Laureate Ashley Cornelius and Nico Wilkinson. I'm the host/organizer/MC, and I'll read my work as well. Next, we’ll open up the mic to all LGBTQIA+ voices from PPSC and the larger Colorado Springs community (3-5 min. each- sign up at 4:45 pm). Book signings & sales to follow- meet the authors and learn about student clubs.

Queer Lit Night is On at Pikes Peak State College

I'm happy to share that Queer Lit Night has been rescheduled for Wed, Nov 12 from 5-7 pm at the Pikes Peak State College Downtown Learning Commons, 100 W. Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs. The evening will feature readings and performances from two…

Queer Lit Night: Celebrate LGBTQ+ Voices in Colorado Springs Queer Lit Night is coming on Thursday, Sept 25, from 5:00-7:30 pm, at the Black Box Theater at Studio West, 22 N. Sierra Madre St., Colorado Springs, 80903 (Pikes Peak State College Downtown campus). Save the date and spread the word! On this fantabulous night, the PPSC English Department is proud to present three award-winning queer writers: Poet Laureate Ashley Cornelius, national slam poetry champion Nico Wilkinson, and novelist Raki Kopernik, whose work has been nominated for the Pen Faulkner Award in Fiction, the Minnesota Book Award, and the Pushcart Prize.

Queer Lit Night: Celebrate LGBTQ+ Voices in Colorado Springs

Queer Lit Night is coming on Thursday, Sept 25, from 5:00-7:30 pm, at the Black Box Theater at Studio West, 22 N. Sierra Madre St., Colorado Springs, 80903 (Pikes Peak State College Downtown campus). Save the date and spread the word! On…

“The Master” published in Osho News I'm so proud to share that my prose poem, "The Master," from Only Flying, has been published in Osho News! This piece is about the most beautiful dream I ever had, a dream whose essence lingered over my waking life for weeks, a fragrance of roses drifting in from the windows of the beyond. Read it here: "The Master"

“The Master” published in Osho News

I'm so proud to share that my prose poem, "The Master," from Only Flying, has been published in Osho News! This piece is about the most beautiful dream I ever had, a dream whose essence lingered over my waking life for weeks, a fragrance of roses drifting in…

Poetry Play Day at the Castle Rock Writers Conference I reveled in much-needed inspiration and community at the Castle Rock Writers’ Conference on Saturday! I went with  M.R. Hyde, Maddie Van Batum, and Lisa Macedo from my amazing writers' group, the Nearby Universe. Poetry track presenters included brice maiurro (ecopoetics) and Poet Laureate Marissa Forbes (historical poetry), who were both fantastic. The icing on the cake was a book swap: Only Flying and Pen and Pulse for Marissa’s exquisite, eye-opening collections, Surviving Peter Pan and Brief and Bleeding Margins. Score! I also walked out with two new poems in my pocket, and my fingers crossed for getting a cool indie bookstore to carry…

Poetry Play Day at the Castle Rock Writers Conference

I reveled in much-needed inspiration and community at the Castle Rock Writers’ Conference on Saturday! I went with  M.R. Hyde, Maddie Van Batum, and Lisa Macedo from my amazing writers' group, the Nearby Universe. Poetry track presenters…

The Journey of “Collarbone Jones”: Art and Love "Collarbone Jones," clay, Brook Bhagat "Cracking Collarbone Jones," previously published in the Unsolicited Press anthology Pen and Pulse: Essays on Writing, Craft, and the Writer’s Journey, is the true story of why I went to India almost 25 years ago. It's the story of falling in love with a dream, and a piece of clay, and a man. It's the story of how art winds through us, and through life, an echo of the heart at times. Other times, a guide. I am so grateful to share that this intimate creative nonfiction piece is featured this month in…

The Journey of “Collarbone Jones”: Art and Love

"Collarbone Jones," clay, Brook Bhagat "Cracking Collarbone Jones," previously published in the Unsolicited Press anthology Pen and Pulse: Essays on Writing, Craft, and the Writer’s Journey, is the true story of why I went to India almost 25 years…

“Ghazal for Osho” published in Osho News With Ullas at my sanyas celebration, Nainital, 2002 I'm thrilled to share that "Ghazal for Osho" has been published in Osho News. Some poems are tough; this love poem for Osho nearly wrote itself. It's such a joy to see it find a home where my fellow sanyasins will find it. Ghazal for Osho

“Ghazal for Osho” published in Osho News

With Ullas at my sanyas celebration, Nainital, 2002 I'm thrilled to share that "Ghazal for Osho" has been published in Osho News. Some poems are tough; this love poem for Osho nearly wrote itself. It's such a joy to see it find a home where my fellow…

I'm happy to share that my poem, "Ghazal for Osho," has been published in Osho News! www.oshonews.com/2025/06/01/g...

#meditation #osho #oshoworld #oshonews #poetsociety #poet #poetrycommunity #poetrylover #poetslife #spiritualpoetry #spirituality #zen #buddhism #buddha #writinglife #authorlife

Mama got Merch: Stickers, T-shirts, Tanks, and Oh My

For the lover of Only Flying who wishes they could wear my beautiful book after reading it, I'm stoked to share that the fabulous Unsolicited Press has created an author store just for me! T-shirts, a tank, a holographic sticker and a few NSFW…

Literary Reading and Grand Opening Celebration for the PPSC Authors Collection Features Poet Laureate

A lovely time was had by all at the literary reading and grand opening of the Pikes Peak State College Authors Collection, a special collection in the college library of books by PPSC students,…

The PPSC Authors Collection celebration was amazing. Thanks to Colorado Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre, Larissa Powers, artist Connor Dias, and all the fantastic faculty and student readers! #library #literaryreading #poetry #poetryreading #ppsc #writerslife #poetslife @bobbylefebre.bsky.social #poet

Tomorrow! Please join us Friday, April 25th at 3:30 pm in the CC Learning Commons to celebrate the PPSC Authors Collection. Reading feat. PPSC Authors, Colorado Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre, and cake :)
#literaryreadings #poetslife #writerslife #PPSC #authorssupportingauthors #poetry #poets

Reinstate Ms. Calhoun: Advocate for Respect and Student Rights Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?

chng.it/vLqgq2XMsN This teacher was nonrenewed for calling her student by their preferred name. I have no words. Please sign and share.

Double Phoenix Rising Friday, April 25: The Triumphant Return of the PPSC Authors Collection Grand Opening and Colorado Poet Laureate Emeritus Bobby LeFebre The first phoenix is the PPSC Authors Collection, a sparkly brainchild that came to me seven years ago in the stellar nursery of the Nearby Universe, the employee writers’ group I had just cr…

Double Phoenix Rising Friday, April 25: The Triumphant Return of the PPSC Authors Collection Grand Opening and Colorado Poet Laureate Emeritus Bobby LeFebre brook-bhagat.com/2025/04/17/d...

Double Phoenix Rising Friday, April 25: The Triumphant Return of the PPSC Authors Collection Grand Opening and Colorado Poet Laureate Emeritus Bobby LeFebre The first phoenix is the PPSC Authors Collection, a sparkly brainchild that came to me seven years ago in the stellar nursery of the Nearby Universe, the employee writers' group I had just created at Pikes Peak State College. The collection would feature not only faculty writers, like other universities, but also staff, making it uniquely inclusive, like our group. We could even include student authors in the collection. We'd brainstorm famous writers from PPSC's past, like Ron Stallworth, the author of Black Klansman. It would offer our students a different way to connect with each other and their instructors--nothing makes psychology class more engaging than reading…

Double Phoenix Rising Friday, April 25: The Triumphant Return of the PPSC Authors Collection Grand Opening and Colorado Poet Laureate Emeritus Bobby LeFebre

The first phoenix is the PPSC Authors Collection, a sparkly brainchild that came to me seven years ago in the stellar nursery of the Nearby…

“Heart the Size of a Car” published on A Story in 100 Words I began this 100-word prose poem on a sticky note. I revised it, used it in a Nearby Universe email invitation, and revised it again before sending it out. Then I practiced it to read at the Spring…

"Heart the Size of a Car" published on A Story in 100 Words brook-bhagat.com/2025/04/16/h...

“Heart the Size of a Car” published on A Story in 100 Words I began this 100-word prose poem on a sticky note. I revised it, used it in a Nearby Universe email invitation, and revised it again before sending it out. Then I practiced it to read at the Spring Reading, planning a palm-to-podium for the boom boom boom. Yesterday, A Story in 100 Words got back to me with a yes. Check it out here.

“Heart the Size of a Car” published on A Story in 100 Words

I began this 100-word prose poem on a sticky note. I revised it, used it in a Nearby Universe email invitation, and revised it again before sending it out. Then I practiced it to read at the Spring Reading, planning a palm-to-podium for…

Hosting Synergy and Solidarity at the Pikes Peak State College Spring Reading Visit the post for more.

Hosting Synergy and Solidarity at the Pikes Peak State College Spring Reading brook-bhagat.com/2025/04/15/h...

Las canciones están vivas: Opening remarks from the 2025 PPSC Spring Reading

Las canciones están vivas: Opening remarks from the 2025 PPSC Spring Reading

Hosting Synergy and Solidarity at the Pikes Peak State College Spring Reading

Hosting Synergy and Solidarity at the Pikes Peak State College Spring Reading

Las canciones están vivas! The Spring Reading was alive and kicking with Jozer Guerrero, #ppsc students, faculty, and Nearby Universe, and a Know Your Rights workshop from Latino Alliance. Thank you everyone! #poet #poetry #poetrycommunity #writers #multicultural #poet #creativewritting #authors

Poetry and Advocacy: Know Your Rights Workshop, Student/Faculty Reading, and Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre at PPSC

Creation and empathy are intertwined, two branches on the same tree. Poets and artists have always been at the forefront of movements for justice and social change. Now more than ever,…

Literary Nights with Unsolicited Press YouTube video by Unsolicited Press

Had a great time with authors Rosalia Scalia and Raki Kopernik last night at Literary Nights. Thank you Unsolicited Press!
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Rosalia Scalia Unsolicited Press #literaryreading #writer #writers #writerssupportingwriters #author #authorlife #writerslife

I'm proud to share publication news for this tough little poem for the girl next door who was not ok. She woke up today in the beautiful Red Ogre Review. Read and hear it here: ogre.red/issues/2025-... #wierd #sadpoem #poet #author #poem #cnf #litmags @ogre.red #poetrycommunity #stopchildabuse

A Dark Poem for a Dark Time TW: this is not a happy poem. Seriously, it's a heavy one.

same. I get it, K. @chronicallycreative.substack.com

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