Category Archives: Poetry

My recent poem chosen as one of 6 winners.

Posted on July 4, 2025 by J. F. Booth

I am honored to have my poem, “On Slumbering Water,” among the poems chosen for the Summer Issue of UpStART Magazine.

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World Poetry Day 2025 Anthology

Posted on March 7, 2025 by J. F. Booth

I am honored to have my poem “Fleeting Colors” included in the 2025 World Poetry Day Anthology. I will be participating in a Zoom reading on Sunday, March 23, 2025, at 2pm. I’ll post more information and the link when … Continue reading →

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Reaching a Larger Audience With My Poetry

Posted on January 25, 2025 by J. F. Booth

I am honored to have one of my poems, “The Red Ribbon”, included in the 2025 edition of MARYLAND BARDS POETRY REVIEW. (Local Gems Press) THE RED RIBBON Such a performance –like a peacock the child struts,raising a cloud of … Continue reading →

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Maryland’s Poets Laureate

Posted on January 13, 2025 by J. F. Booth

Here’s the feature article on Maryland’s Poets Laureate, Grace Cavalieri – 10th Poet Laureate and Lady Brion – 11th Poet Laureate. I’ve also included a short piece on Maryland’s first Youth Poet Laureate, Tara Prakash.

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“Strands” in Bay to Ocean Journal 2024

Posted on December 5, 2024 by J. F. Booth

I’m honored to have my poem “Strands” as the first work in this years ESWA Journal, an anthology of work by talented writers

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