EST. 1953
Formed by poets for poets more than 70 years ago, we carry the lessons of our history forward as we flex into the future.
Several PST members appear in Encore 2025, the National Federation of State Poetry Societies’ anthology of prize poems.
PST’s 2025-2026 student contests are now open. Learn more about our contests, including prizes, how to submit, and entry deadline.
Where can we find poetry? Everywhere! (For everyone.) Also, find some important announcements about our society.
PST member Rachel Landrum Crumble’s latest poetry collection, In Praise of Detours, is now available for pre-order.
As a society formed by poets for poets, we are focused on poets. And we want to hear your voices.
PST member John Mannone’s latest poetry Chapbook, Coffee Poems, is now available for purchase.
In this program, John Davis Jr. presents a program on using literary and cultural influence without losing your unique literary voice.
What better way to transition seasons than celebrate new poets laureate, along with more poetry opportunities through summer and beyond.)
Meet the Memphis Youth Poet Laureate of 2025.
Poetry Society of Tennessee 