Poetry Is Life
James CrewsEach week I share poems, essays, and writing prompts meant to open the heart and nourish the soul.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Twice weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 147 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 6 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
jamescrews.substack.comLatest Issues
Retrieval
Retrieval
for Naida Hyde
Go find a tree, my friend said, and ask it
to gather your soul back into your body.
And so, I stood on the soft, mown grass
beneath an aspen, and placed my hand
on that eye-shaped scar where it had
recent...
Bonus Poem: Immersed
Dear friends,
I wrote this week’s bonus poem during a weekend retreat with the wonderful centered around his book, The Fifth Season. I am often asked: Why write? Why poetry? And my answer is almost always: Because I can’t help myself....
On Being Here
On Being Here
No one belongs here more than you,
walking beside the newly planted
apple orchard, a bluebird twitching
its tail feathers at you from the fence post.
Once, you felt unwelcome on Earth,
would have been too afraid to s...
Bonus Poem: Growing Hope
There are many worthy causes out there right now, but one that is so close to my heart at the moment is the loss of farmland to data and distribution centers being built across the country. As I say in this week’s bonus poem, we need more l...
Cutting Peonies
Cutting Peonies
He slips on his flip-flops
and with an injured knee
hops down the porch steps,
gripping clippers in his hand.
Without a word between us,
I know what he’s about to do
and dig out a few Ball jars,
fill them with co...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Poetry Is Life.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 81 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
James Crews is the author of Breathing Room: Poems of Rest & Retreat, Kindness Will Save the World, and editor of several bestselling poetry anthologies, including The Wonder of Small Things, Love Is for All of Us, and How to Love the World.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Poetry Is Life?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Poetry Is Life on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Poetry Is Life have?
To see how many people subscribe to Poetry Is Life, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Poetry Is Life?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Poetry Is Life as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Poetry Is Life?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Poetry Is Life using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Poetry Is Life?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Poetry Is Life. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Poetry Is Life?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.