Poetry Society of Tennessee

EST. 1953

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  • Poetry Society of Tennessee Turns 70

    In June 1953, charter members gathered to sign a charter for a poetry society dedicated to poets and poetry. During the meeting, they elected officers and enacted a charter whose purpose stands fast today. Learn more. Virtual Celebration Held On the evening of June 15, 2023, society members from across the state and beyond gathered…

  • May 2023 Poetry Contest Results

    The Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) formally announced its members-only May 2023 contest results at their May 13 member meeting. Winners receive cash prizes. The first place poem will be published in an upcoming edition of PST’s anthology, Tennessee Voices. Sponsor and judge Dr. Diane Clark selected the following winners and honorable mentions: Meeting attendees…

  • Abby N. Lewis’ Palm up, Fingers Curled Now Available

    Discover PST member Abby N. Lewis and her newly released chap book Palm Up, Fingers Curled.

  • Poetry Society of Tennessee Celebrates 70 Years on June 15

    On June 15, 2023, the Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) will hold a virtual celebration from 7:30-9:30 pm Eastern / 6:30-8:30 Central in honor of its 70th anniversary.

  • Join us for 2023-2024

    If you’re already a member, you know about the opportunities Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) offers. When you choose to join PST, you discover how we help poets develop and practice their craft, from page to stage. Our hands-on approach includes educational programs, critique sessions, regional gatherings, readings, contests and festivals. Through these activities, PST…

  • PST Announces 2022 Student Contest Results

    PST announces winners of their 2022 Student Contest for elementary, middle and high school students.

  • PST Announces ETSU Contest Results

    This spring, the Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) held a contest for East Tennessee State University creative writing students as part of a regional outreach initiative. The society’s northeast Tennessee regional representative, Fred Tudiver, coordinated the event. The contest served to introduce students to PST, to recognize their work, and to provide an opportunity to…

  • April 2023 Poetry Contest Results

    The Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) members-only April 2023 contest results are in! Winners receive cash prizes. The first place poem will be published in an upcoming edition of PST’s anthology, Tennessee Voices. Sponsor and judge Janet Qually selected the following winner and honorable mentions: Winning ekphrastic poems will be read at the May member…

  • March 2023 Poetry Contest Results

    The Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) formally announced its members-only March 2023 contest results at their March 11 member meeting. Winners receive cash prizes. The first place poem will be published in an upcoming edition of PST’s anthology, Tennessee Voices. Many thanks to sponsor William Hill Art and Poetry. Judge Bill Hill selected the following…

  • February 2023 Poetry Contest Results

    The Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) formally announced its members-only February 2023 contest results at their February 11 member meeting. Winners receive cash prizes. The first place poem will be published in an upcoming edition of PST’s anthology, Tennessee Voices. Sponsor and judge Russell H. Strauss selected the following winners: Meeting attendees enjoyed the readings…