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Insightful poetry & emerging talent

Austin Poetry Review celebrates poetic exploration and meaningful discourse. As we grow our community, we welcome contributors passionate about sharing and shaping contemporary poetry.

"Austin Poetry Review is dedicated to poetry discussion and discovery."

What we publish

Poetry Book Reviews

In-depth, honest critiques of new and notable poetry collections examining craft, voice, structure, and impact.

Poetry Reading Videos

Recorded readings that bring poems to life, offering audiences the chance to experience voice and rhythm.

Poetic Discourse

Essays and discussions exploring poetic technique, literary trends, and the evolving world of poetry.

Poet of the Month

A featured spotlight highlighting a poet’s work, creative journey, and contribution to contemporary poetry.

Poetry Insights

Explore our latest poetry reviews

Stay up to date with our newest poetry book reviews, highlighting emerging voices and established poets shaping today’s literary landscape.

A Film In Which I Play Everyone

— by Mary Jo Bang

Couplets

— by Maggie Millner

House as a cemetery

— by John Compton

Become a Contributor

Share your voice with Austin Poetry Review

Are you a poet, critic, or literary thinker? Austin Poetry Review welcomes poetry book reviews, reading videos, critical essays, and nominations for our Poet of the Month series. Join us in shaping Bat City’s growing poetry community.

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