Poetry Society of Tennessee

EST. 1953

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  • July 2023 Poetry Contest Results

    The Poetry Society of Tennessee (PST) formally announced its members-only July 2023 contest results at their July 8 member meeting. Winners receive cash prizes. The first place poems will be published in an upcoming edition of PST’s anthology, Tennessee Voices. Sponsor and judge Russell Strauss selected the following winners and honorable mentions: Dorsimbra 1st: “Crime…

  • 2023-2024 Monthly Member Contest Line-up

    Our first monthly members-only contest was announced in May, and results for the two-in-one contest will be announced soon. As a reminder, July’s contest was sponsored by Russell Strauss: Submit a pantoum and/or a Dorsimbra. One winner for each contest with honorable mentions. Any subject. $20 for 1st and $5 for HM awarded for each…

  • 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…

  • The Power of Legacy and the Promise of Possibility

    PST is 70! We honor the power of our past and corral the promise of possibility to build our future.

  • 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: 1st: “A…

  • Daylilies and a Great Big Day

    As daylilies trumpet in a season, PST will celebrate 70 years as an organization.

  • Reflections of Gratitude

    Let us end our passing year and greet our new one in gratitude for those who serve PST.

  • 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…

  • Regional Connections Committee Gears Up for 2023-2024

    Learn about the continuing work of the Regional Connections Committee.

  • 66th Annual Festival Explores the Poet’s Life and Features Winning Poems

    On April 15, attendees from across Tennessee and beyond came together on Zoom for PST’s 66th Annual Poetry Festival. Attendees enjoyed an exploration of the poet’s life and a reading of winning poems to be featured in an upcoming edition of Tennessee Voices, PST’s annual anthology. Workshop Following opening remarks by Festival Coordinator Howard Carman,…