“I lay my burdens and my flowers down together
mixing them quickly and quietly against my colander
fixing coriander and culantro I serve for my nerves
set under the Sirius
& this is where I’ll fix my problems
I’ll be cooking up good smells, and good trouble
in the age of Aquarius
& quiet the problems that plague me.”– Lay It Down The Drum, Chiara Atoyebi”
From September 15 to October 15, we honor National Hispanic American Heritage Month by recognizing the contributions of LatinX poets. Their moving verses have set the standard for poetic activism, keeping readers informed and engaged. The words of these wise scribes often reflect the rich cultural diversity of the Latinx experience, exploring themes of identity, heritage, resilience, and spirituality. In Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month here are three standout LatinX poets you should know.
Please see the themes that we have selected for 2023–24. Download the PDF and submit your abstract on our contact page.
