Crystal Williams – Trish Hopkinson

Breath-holding poetry by Katharine Coles via Kore Press

By Trish Hopkinson on January 23, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Take a deep breath before reading this poem of poison and love. A shorter poem of only 15 lines that captures longevity in a way that forces every to count. Coles’ poem “Longevity” is meant to be read over and over again. The first stanza begins: In a world […]

Captivating poetry by Crystal Williams via Kore Press

By Trish Hopkinson on October 7, 2015 • ( 2 Comments )

This poem of nostalgia will remind you of where you come from and make you remember the concrete details that belong to only you. Rhythmic and captivating, Williams’ poem “Homecoming” is meant to be read aloud. Lines like: this dance city, this holy morning empty street city, this […]