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Poetry Websites
Academy of American PoetsThe website for the Academy of American Poets. Includes the full text and sound recordings for some contemporary poetry, and biographical information on a number of poets.
Modern American PoetryContains a wealth of information on a variety of contemporary poets. Click on the "classic list of poets" link for an alphabetical list of entries.
Poem TalkEach PoemTalk episode features a close reading of a single poem. All episodes are under 30 minutes.
The Poetry ArchiveA collection of poems, interviews, and historical recordings. Includes resources for students and teachers.
Poetry FoundationThe independent literary organization responsible for publishing Poetry magazine.
Poetry Awards
American Poets PrizesA collection of poetry awards offered by the Academy of American Poets
Griffin Poetry PrizeAnnual poetry award for first edition poetry collection, written in or translated into English
Poet Laureate - Library of CongressPrestigious title awarded annually by the Librarian of Congress to a distinguished contemporary poet, charged with raising poetry awareness.