Devjani Bodepudi

Trying to write a poem for the NPC. It may not be the kind of poem judges are looking for? Unlikely to win any kind of prize but I’d feel guilty for not entering! Why is that?

I haven’t shared enough on here. A couple of things then: if you haven’t read Grief is the thing with Feathers by Max Porter, you must! (A modern classic) also here’s Cosmo dressed up for Halloween. 🎃 🐦‍⬛

So much fun!! Thank you so much @victoriaspires.bsky.social !

So excited to be reading with you all! Thank you @victoriaspires.bsky.social 🧡

#poetsofbluesky #promptcombo #poemsabout

Hope you don't mind a polite shout-out for this zoom event happening soon! Would love to see many of you there to hear these fantastic poets.

DM me for zoom link x

The TW was there when you said you were referring to depression. It’s all good. Sometimes it’s good to be reminded of the reality of it. Perhaps ‘too’ was not the right qualifier.

Love this. A little too real.x

Please share this notice far and wide--we're keen to reach global majority poets in particular! @kostyatsolakis.bsky.social @romalynante3.bsky.social @poetrysociety.bsky.social

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Screenshot of the Promote Indie Lit website homepage. The page has a textured grey background with black text that reads: “Welcome to Promote Indie Lit – A free hub connecting poets and indie presses with reviewers, podcasters, and literary platforms. Submit your recent work and let our network help amplify it. No fees. No gatekeeping, just visibility that reaches beyond your timeline.” A black button at the bottom says “SUBMIT WORK.”

Screenshot of the "About PIL" section from the Promote Indie Lit website. The text explains that Promote Indie Lit (PIL) is a central access point connecting poets and indie authors with literary reviewers, podcasters, and interviewers. It clarifies that submissions aren’t published on the site but are shared with a trusted network looking to feature new work. The submission process is designed to be accessible and free of charge. PIL is described as the brainchild of writer and editor Alan Parry, created to challenge paywalls and promote free visibility for indie literature.

Screenshot of the “What We Offer” section from the Promote Indie Lit website. The section is divided into three columns against a teal background. The first column, titled “Real Exposure,” states that PIL connects indie authors and presses with reviewers, interviewers, and podcasters via a trusted network. The second column, “Social & Collaborative Reach,” explains that PIL helps amplify work through digital spaces that prioritise craft over clout. The third column, “Free, Always,” emphasises that the platform charges no fees, involves no gatekeeping, and offers access to a supportive, independent literary ecosystem.

Screenshot of the “Why This Exists” section from the Promote Indie Lit website. The background is a textured grey, with dark teal heading text. The section explains the challenges indie authors face in promoting their work without agents or budgets. It describes Promote Indie Lit as a collective of blogs, podcasts, and platforms working together to offer honest reviews, features, and marketing support. In return, the community gains more readers, respect, and access to powerful new writing. It ends by acknowledging the fulfilment that comes from supporting something meaningful.

🚨 Poets, brace yourselves.

👀 Nearly 20 indie lit platforms are locked in: reviews, features, interviews, podcasts — all ready to amplify your voice.

💥 No fees. No gatekeepers. Just real visibility.
This is my brainchild. It’s almost here.

#PromoteIndieLit #PIL #PoetryCommunity #PoetsOfBluesky

Cover of Peeling Apples by Alan Parry. The title is handwritten in black on a textured pale blue background, partially torn to reveal layered photographs underneath. Images include red apples on a wooden board, a cracked mug holding a cactus, a netted bowl of marbles on a lace doily, and a vintage photo of a young boy holding a football. The author’s name appears at the bottom in the same handwritten font.

My debut novella #PeelingApples is out now with @darkwinterlitmag.bsky.social
A tender, unflinching bildungsroman tracing boyhood, loss, and becoming—
Order your copy: amzn.eu/d/angSgVq
I’d love to hear what it stirs in you.

The 2025-26 Wasafiri Essay Prize is open for submissions until 30 June, 2025.

If you're an early career researcher (including PhD) in the field of international contemporary literature, submit your paper to us and tick the box for Essay Prize consideration to automatically enter:

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For people who might have been missed and/or who have missed out.

Well, it’s nice to see you here! ❤️

I’ve got followers but hardly any interaction. It feels a bit fake at the moment so I hardly come on

This is such a beautiful issue! Humbled to be included-have a read.x

I’m here for the dog pics, if I’m being completely honest! And the flowers!

Abridged 0 - 106: Umbra Sumus Submission Call. On the dark horizon...

Actually never mind. I’ve read the thread and sometimes I think it’s important to just stay comfortable. Performing can be overrated at times. Enjoy!

Not sure why you would not sign up? You do realise that you actually write and curate poetry and are someone who has experience and expertise in this field. Didn’t you even invent a new form?

Truly humbled by this review. Huge thanks to @paulwritespoems.bsky.social for going out of his way to release a special #TheBookBag to honour #PeelingApples

Check it out, why don't you?

@darkwinterlitmag.bsky.social

CALLING ALL #AGENTS In this thread are three packs of GREAT WRITERS who are looking for representation. Check them out and you won’t be disappointed. Everyone else, please repost to help these brilliant people if you can. PACK ONE (full). Thank you! #amquerying #querying #writingcommunity #booksky

Hey lovely poet friends of BlueSky. Thought I’d share a reading with you from a poem in the Building Bridges Anthology by @renardpress.bsky.social . There’s a Remembrance anthology coming out with them soon and submissions are open. Check out their website for deets.

if you do two things this weekend, make those things buying the newest books from 2 Extraordinary writers! Dark Nocturnes from @mydangblog.bsky.social and Peeling Apples from @alanparry83.bsky.social
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Congratulations @alanparry83.bsky.social

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I can’t get over how lucky I am with my poet friends! So chuffed to be included in this list, Victoria. You are a truly brilliant poet and I can’t wait for what’s coming up from you!

I’m so excited that I just have to share everywhere. Apologies if you’ve already seen these. I’ve recently started my film camera journey after seeing the Camera I bought for my daughter gathering dust. Just had the film developed. It was true black and white film and it a c41 one.

Beautiful! 🤩

Anyone from Germany? I urgently need your help please reach out to me

Esp if you have any expertise or guidance on German residents evacuating family members from G*za 🙏

Congratulations!!!