I’m grateful to Amethyst Review for publishing my poem about the mysteries of flourishing, “Ordinary Miracle.” Many thanks to editor Sarah Law.
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“Coming Up for Air” in Amethyst Review
I’m happy to have a poem about resilience and recovery, “Coming Up for Air,” included in Amethyst Review. Many thanks to editor Sarah Law.
“Bucket List” and “Train Whistle” in Chiron Review
I’m honored to have my poems “Bucket List” and “Train Whistle” included in the gorgeous and compelling new issue of Chiron Review. Chiron Review has published since 1982, exceptional longevity in the lit mag world. Chiron has been very supportive of my work—this is my sixth appearance since 2016. Many thanks to the wonderful folks at Chiron Review!
Read To Me Some Poem anthology
Read To Me Some Poem celebrates the 20th anniversary of Longfellow Days, a month-long reading series in Brunswick, Maine. The anthology, published by Moon Pie Press, is already in its third printing! With work by 88 poets who have read at Longfellow Days over the past 20 years, this anthology shows the great range of contemporary Maine poetry. I’m happy to have a poem included and to be reading at the launch party, Saturday February 3 at 1 pm at Brunswick’s Unitarian Universalist Church on 1 Middle Street.
You can buy Read To Me Some Poem at the Moon Pie Press link below. All proceeds benefit Longfellow Days.
2023 The Night Heron Barks
The 2023 edition of The Night Heron Barks is something to celebrate, a mesmerizing mix of poetry, art, and music. I’m honored to be an assistant poetry editor—it’s a thrill to find gems in the submissions, advocate for them, and finally see the work in print. But I still think about some poems that didn’t make their way into this issue for one reason or another. Thanks to *all* the writers who trust TNHB with their work! You can read the new issue here: https://nightheronbarks.com/2023-2/
“I Dream About Buying a Gun” in On the Seawall
I’m honored to have my poem “I Dream About Buying a Gun,” which explores violence, vulnerability, and yearning for safety, in On the Sewall. The speaker is me, and isn’t me. I dislike guns and despise America’s obsession with guns, but I understand all too well why people own them for protection. We’re a violent people.
“Kaleidoscope” in Poetry Breakfast
Poetry Breakfast has been a wonderful supporter of my work, and I’m delighted that they’ve returned after a hiatus. I’m also delighted to have my poem about the ever-changing nature of relationships, “Kaleidoscope,” included. You can read it here:
“Embalming” and “Rural Character” in MORIA Literary Magazine
I’m honored to have two poems included in the spring issue of MORIA Literary Magazine. “Embalming” is a meditation on grief and the power of objects. “Rural Character” explores the harsh side of small-town life. Many thanks to everyone at MORIA! You can read them here:
https://www.moriaonline.com/issue-eleven-642720/2023/4/24/embalming-by-sheila-wellehan
https://www.moriaonline.com/issue-eleven-642720/2023/5/8/rural-character-by-sheila-wellehan
“A Pipe Burst” in Hole In The Head Review
I’m happy to have my poem “A Pipe Burst” included in Hole In The Head Review. The poem explores the lingering impact of trauma. Many thanks to Bill Schulz and all the folks at Hole In The Head. You can read it here:
Ran Off With the Star Bassoon, Second Session
I’m honored to be part of the editorial team that curated the second session of Ran Off With the Star Bassoon. Led by editor Rogan Kelly, Ran Off With the Star Bassoon focuses on hybrid work, short-form prose, and prose poems. Each piece is enhanced by visual art, and this session features the music of Melissa Frederick. Enjoy!
Sheila Wellehan 