I have been reading Crush by Richard Siken for the past few weeks. It is a book of poetry, and not very long; but I find I keep going back to it, over and over.  Reading Siken's work is what got me back onto my recent Wednesday Poetry kick.

This is my favorite piece today.

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The blond boy in the red ( Read more... )

Why didn't any of you tell me about this man's work?

I blame all of you.

*chuckle*

You Are Jeff

There are two twins on motorbikes but one is farther up the road, beyond the hairpin turn, or just before it, depending on which twin you are in love with at the time. Do not choose sides yet. It is still to your advantage to remain impartial. Both ( Read more... )