Local Gems Press

Wanted them so bad, I got some of them sent to me here in Florida LOL, but the custom boxes are in!! Poetry Bards Trading Cards are on the map!!!

We're going to be offering a special promotion to poetry event hosts, by giving away a certain number of FREE boxes as a fundraising tool for their events. Keep posted!

And if you are a host of a (live) poetry event and want to be considered for one of the free boxes, reach out!

Our upcoming Poetry Chapbook Challenge for those who love the challenge of form poetry!

Poetry Forms Chapbook Challenge

Had a great launch for the Walt Whitman 205th Anniversary poetry anthology this weekend!! (Behind on pictures!) Great crowd, great vibe, and the poetry trading cards moving too! Very happy for this one of a kind anthology!

For those who have been waiting, we're having a flash sale!! Poetry Bards Trading Cards, very limited quantity right now!

https://www.dogearedbard.com/poetry-bards-trading-cards.html #/

So that little idea, is happening.

A series of talks we are currently working on!

Scranton, PA, Limerick PA, and Pittsburgh PA, this past week! All packed houses for the PA Bards Poetry Reviews!

Another two great book launch events for Maryland Bards! One in Baltimore the other in Annapolis, over 100 people, both packed houses, lots of great poetry, great energy and talent!!

Great book launch last night for the Delaware Bards Poetry Review!! 60 Attendees, 24 great readers, and a good energy!

The NaPoWriMo 2024 30 Poems in 30 Days Contest is Open For Registration from Local Gems!

NaPoWriMo Contest

We did it! Thank you everyone who purchased yesterday, The Poet's Almanac is the #1 New Release in Poetry Writing Reference, and #2 in the Category overall!

So as many of you know, the first few days a book is out helps the ranks climb on Amazon. So for all those who were interested in this book, I'd humbly ask if you could get it soon, it would be a great help!! And as an extra bonus for buying quickly, from now until March 1st, we're offering $140 worth of bonus eBooks absolutely free when you purchase "The Poet's Almanac!!"

All you have to do is buy the book at any retailer online, and then enter proof of purchase on this bonus page below and get the eBooks for free!!! (not a bad deal if you ask me ^^)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1955841233

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/poets-almanac-launch-bundle.html

The Poet's Almanac: A 30 Day Poetry Journey The Poet’s Almanac 30 Day Journey is designed for classrooms, workshop groups or the individual poet! Just like the title says, it has an introductory prompt, 4 weeks of prompts/ lessons and a conclusion prompt for a total of 30 days. Each week has a specific focus including Themes and Topics, Wo....

For those who have been waiting! If interested, getting it soon would be good because it helps boost the Amazon ratings! Copies will be in the store soon as well, and hopefully have them by the Delaware/Maryland tour!

The Poet's Almanac: A 30 Day Poetry Journey The Poet’s Almanac 30 Day Journey is designed for classrooms, workshop groups or the individual poet! Just like the title says, it has an introductory prompt, 4 weeks of prompts/ lessons and a conclusion prompt for a total of 30 days. Each week has a specific focus including Themes and Topics, Wo....

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Japanese Poetry History and Forms

We aren't going to run it live again for a little bit, but we put it here for people who want to download the lessons!

Sell A Course - @PoetsAcademy Tap to view in full screen

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/poetry-forms-chapbook-challenge.html

For those interest in poetry forms and good poetry challenges!

Poetry Forms Chapbook Challenge Our poetry challenges have been exceedingly popular. And one thing that has been on the rise lately has been a return to learn and write form poetry. People have been asking for more...

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/spring-poetry-chapbook-challenge.html

Since it is poetry month, take a look at our free mini-course on understanding poetic meter!

Understanding Poetic Meter

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/phoenix-poetry-chapbook-challenge.html

Phoenix Poetry Chapbook Challenge Local Gems is very excited for our first challenge of 2023!! These last few years have been tough ones... But you know the old saying, "when the going gets tough, the tough get going..." And poets...

Great way to kick off the new year strong and creative!

Phoenix Poetry Chapbook Challenge

How has the internet changed publishing? James P. Wagner (Ishwa) and Nick Hale, two publishers and editors discuss this!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyUoM7VMdMM

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/putting-together-a-poetry-book.html

Upcoming virtual seminar on a popular topic!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wup_qfvumCw

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/the-gift-of-poetry.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPk7Ys3wnrg

What Is A Poetry Chapbook?

A book like no other: A Wreath of Golden Laurels, Poetry by 100 Poets Laureate is now available!! This book took over a year and a half to assemble but it was well worth it!!

And for a limited time, when you buy the book you can get an eBook bundle valued at $140 for FREE!

https://www.amazon.com/Wreath-Golden-Laurels-Anthology-Laureate/dp/1955841756

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/a-wreath-of-golden-laurels-launch-bundle.html

A Wreath of Golden Laurels: An Anthology of Poetry by 100 Poets Laureate Poet Laureate is a title that dates back to ancient Greece. The state would appoint a Laureate, crowning them with a laurel wreath the same way they did for heroes. The concept was revived during the classical era and the mystique of the title has kept hold over the centuries and the tradition co...

It was a pretty poetry filled summer for Local Gems Press, here are a few pictures from our anthology book tours:

Below are pics from:
Parsippany NJ
Mount Laurel NJ
Shelton Ct
Providence RI
Richmond VA
Raleigh NC
Charlotte NC
Charleston SC

and of course our book store in East Northport, NY!! Packed crowds at every one of them. Sometimes you gotta look at the pictures to realize!

imPROMPTu, a poem and a prompt! And call for submissions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nluvkIomDRI

Local Gems Press Book Tour Stops This Month!

$5 Cover Charge at each.

The 3 press Power Poetry Bundle you've been waiting for is LIVE and already selling. 3 Poetry Publishers, 3 Awesome books for the price of 2, PLUS a bonus for buying now. Limited edition bundle. Check it out!!

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/power-poetry-bundle.html

Upcoming Virtual Seminar.

https://www.localgemspoetrypress.com/self-publishing-your-book.html