Tag Archives: practice

In Medusa’s Kitchen

Posted on 2025-10-09 by Bartholomew Barker

I am pleased to announce that yesterday seven of my old poems visited Medusa’s Kitchen. If you’re new to my work, here’s a good place to check out these previously published pieces from the past decade, including one that got … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare a Twenty Minute Poetry Reading

Posted on 2023-08-07 by Bartholomew Barker

The Eno River Poetry Festival was one of the highlights of my poetic life. I don’t often get asked to read my poetry to strangers for twenty minutes. Most open mics have a five minute time limit, which I appreciate … Continue reading →

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