Find poetry readings, workshops, festivals, conferences, literary organizations, and poetry-friendly bookstores, and learn more about poets laureate, in your area.
State Poet Laureate
In 1963, Virginia established a state poet laureate position, which is currently held by Mattie Quesenberry Smith, who was appointed to a two-year term in 2024.
Alexandria
In 2022, Zeina Azzam became the poet laureate of Alexandria, Virginia.
Arlington County
In 2020, Holly Karapetkova was appointed poet laureate of Arlington County.
Fairfax County
In 2024, Angelique Palmer was appointed poet laureate of Fairfax County through 2027.
| Type | Title | State |
|---|---|---|
| Literary Organization | New Virginia Review | Virginia |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Busboys and Poets | Virginia |
| Literary Organization | Poetry Daily | Virginia |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Chop Suey Books | Virginia |
| Literary Organization | Poetry Society of Virginia | Virginia |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Fountain Bookstore | Virginia |
| Literary Organization | The Virginia Writers Club | Virginia |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Givens Books | Virginia |
| Festival | The Annual Literary Festival at Old Dominion University | Virginia |
| Poetry-Friendly Bookstore | Prince Books | Virginia |
Tim Seibles is the author of Fast Animal (Estruscan Press, 2012), a finalist for the 2012 National Book Award.
Jon Pineda is the author of six books: three poetry collections, two novels, and one memoir.