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November 26, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving in the US. I hope you find yourself surrounded with family and friends at this time. We all know what comes next. Paddler Press is no exception in trying to eke out an existance in the poetry world. We'd love it if you'd slide over to paddlerpress.ca and order a book or two.
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Congratulations to the Pushcart nominations from @paddlerpress.bsky.social! Wonderful to see two poems I selected for Issue 15 nominated.
Our 2025 @pushcartprize.bsky.social nominations. Thanks for trusting Paddler Press with your work.
November 25, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Congratulations to the Pushcart nominations from @paddlerpress.bsky.social! Wonderful to see two poems I selected for Issue 15 nominated.
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Whoa. Floored and honored to be nominated for a Pushcart Prize from @paddlerpress.bsky.social ! My first!
November 23, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Whoa. Floored and honored to be nominated for a Pushcart Prize from @paddlerpress.bsky.social ! My first!
Our 2025 @pushcartprize.bsky.social nominations. Thanks for trusting Paddler Press with your work.
November 23, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Our 2025 @pushcartprize.bsky.social nominations. Thanks for trusting Paddler Press with your work.
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A wonderful post day earlier this week. Overwhelmed to hold issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social , full of such amazing poetry, photography and art. It was such a privilege to guest edit this edition. You can read my foreword and my poem “Your Telling Me”:
November 21, 2025 at 6:29 PM
A wonderful post day earlier this week. Overwhelmed to hold issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social , full of such amazing poetry, photography and art. It was such a privilege to guest edit this edition. You can read my foreword and my poem “Your Telling Me”:
Vol. 15 - Faith print copies have landed. These are beautiful, full colour books (printed in Canada) that would make a great addition to your bookshelf and as a gift. Only $15CAD. #Poetry #Poem #CNF #Art
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Paddler Press Volume 15 – Faith
New poetry, art, and CNF from international contributors. Guest edited by Peter Lilly. Featuring: Tracie Adams – Sharisa Aidukaitis – Marie Anne Arreola – Ron Bearwald – Joh…
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November 4, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Vol. 15 - Faith print copies have landed. These are beautiful, full colour books (printed in Canada) that would make a great addition to your bookshelf and as a gift. Only $15CAD. #Poetry #Poem #CNF #Art
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This visual poem, featured in issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social, is a kind of circular liturgy, if there is such a thing. Read and listen! You know, if you want to...
This visual poem, featured in issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social, is a kind of circular liturgy, if there is such a thing. Read and listen! You know, if you want to...
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November 1, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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This visual poem, featured in issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social, is a kind of circular liturgy, if there is such a thing. Read and listen! You know, if you want to...
This visual poem, featured in issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social, is a kind of circular liturgy, if there is such a thing. Read and listen! You know, if you want to...
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Poetry
Bradford Middleton ☆ Dan Husband ☆ @paddlerpress.bsky.social ☆ Erin Vance ☆ Ethan Clark ☆ Eve Lee ☆ @ewenglass.bsky.social ☆ Faith-Anne Bell ☆ @gphydeauthor.bsky.social ☆ @jdclappwrites.bsky.social ☆ @jfindura.bsky.social ☆ Joshua Walker ☆
Bradford Middleton ☆ Dan Husband ☆ @paddlerpress.bsky.social ☆ Erin Vance ☆ Ethan Clark ☆ Eve Lee ☆ @ewenglass.bsky.social ☆ Faith-Anne Bell ☆ @gphydeauthor.bsky.social ☆ @jdclappwrites.bsky.social ☆ @jfindura.bsky.social ☆ Joshua Walker ☆
October 29, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Poetry
Bradford Middleton ☆ Dan Husband ☆ @paddlerpress.bsky.social ☆ Erin Vance ☆ Ethan Clark ☆ Eve Lee ☆ @ewenglass.bsky.social ☆ Faith-Anne Bell ☆ @gphydeauthor.bsky.social ☆ @jdclappwrites.bsky.social ☆ @jfindura.bsky.social ☆ Joshua Walker ☆
Bradford Middleton ☆ Dan Husband ☆ @paddlerpress.bsky.social ☆ Erin Vance ☆ Ethan Clark ☆ Eve Lee ☆ @ewenglass.bsky.social ☆ Faith-Anne Bell ☆ @gphydeauthor.bsky.social ☆ @jdclappwrites.bsky.social ☆ @jfindura.bsky.social ☆ Joshua Walker ☆
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We’re excited to announce the incredible contributors for Issue 5: AUTUMN!
Huge thanks to everyone who submitted & supported Underbelly Press in shaping our first themed issue. It's bursting with stunning pieces, each offering a unique take on autumn. Release date coming soon!
Huge thanks to everyone who submitted & supported Underbelly Press in shaping our first themed issue. It's bursting with stunning pieces, each offering a unique take on autumn. Release date coming soon!
October 29, 2025 at 11:38 AM
We’re excited to announce the incredible contributors for Issue 5: AUTUMN!
Huge thanks to everyone who submitted & supported Underbelly Press in shaping our first themed issue. It's bursting with stunning pieces, each offering a unique take on autumn. Release date coming soon!
Huge thanks to everyone who submitted & supported Underbelly Press in shaping our first themed issue. It's bursting with stunning pieces, each offering a unique take on autumn. Release date coming soon!
Our EIC's latest piece published today with Ghost Light Lit. Issue #4, of myths & monsters.
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October 29, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Our EIC's latest piece published today with Ghost Light Lit. Issue #4, of myths & monsters.
www.ghostlightlit.com/read.html
www.ghostlightlit.com/read.html
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Our Autumn issue is now on its way to subscribers, featuring Summer Wishes (2023) by Ann Manuel on the cover.
Here’s a preview of what’s inside: thefiddlehead.ca/issue/305
Here’s a preview of what’s inside: thefiddlehead.ca/issue/305
October 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Our Autumn issue is now on its way to subscribers, featuring Summer Wishes (2023) by Ann Manuel on the cover.
Here’s a preview of what’s inside: thefiddlehead.ca/issue/305
Here’s a preview of what’s inside: thefiddlehead.ca/issue/305
It's muh Birthday. Time to celebrate. Use October20 at checkout for a 20% discount on all titles.
October 20, 2025 at 7:31 PM
It's muh Birthday. Time to celebrate. Use October20 at checkout for a 20% discount on all titles.
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We're excited to announce the winner of our 2024 Creative Nonfiction Contest is Shelley Pacholok for her essay "How Not to Say Good-Bye to Your Professor"! Keep an eye out for when our autumn issue goes live to read an excerpt from her essay!
See the full announcement on our website:
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See the full announcement on our website:
bit.ly/4obSKPU
October 10, 2025 at 5:10 PM
We're excited to announce the winner of our 2024 Creative Nonfiction Contest is Shelley Pacholok for her essay "How Not to Say Good-Bye to Your Professor"! Keep an eye out for when our autumn issue goes live to read an excerpt from her essay!
See the full announcement on our website:
bit.ly/4obSKPU
See the full announcement on our website:
bit.ly/4obSKPU
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From my foreword to issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social "FAITH" which is was privileged to guest edit. I'm so proud to have been a part of this beautiful issue.
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"This collection is an embodiment of our shared humanity in its beautiful creative diversity."
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"This collection is an embodiment of our shared humanity in its beautiful creative diversity."
October 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM
From my foreword to issue 15 of @paddlerpress.bsky.social "FAITH" which is was privileged to guest edit. I'm so proud to have been a part of this beautiful issue.
paddlerpress.ca/issues-trip-...
"This collection is an embodiment of our shared humanity in its beautiful creative diversity."
paddlerpress.ca/issues-trip-...
"This collection is an embodiment of our shared humanity in its beautiful creative diversity."
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A video reading of my poem Image which was in the recent issue of @paddlerpress.bsky.social "Faith": www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch8Y...
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October 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
A video reading of my poem Image which was in the recent issue of @paddlerpress.bsky.social "Faith": www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ch8Y...
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Here's a reading of my visual poem Image, from issue 15 of
@paddlerpress.bsky.social
I tried to get the audio reading to represent both the beginning and end of the sentences, and fluid continuity of the circles.
Check out the whole wonderful issue!
Here's a reading of my visual poem Image, from issue 15 of
@paddlerpress.bsky.social
I tried to get the audio reading to represent both the beginning and end of the sentences, and fluid continuity of the circles.
Check out the whole wonderful issue!
Image
YouTube video by peterlillypoetry
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October 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Here's a reading of my visual poem Image, from issue 15 of
@paddlerpress.bsky.social
I tried to get the audio reading to represent both the beginning and end of the sentences, and fluid continuity of the circles.
Check out the whole wonderful issue!
Here's a reading of my visual poem Image, from issue 15 of
@paddlerpress.bsky.social
I tried to get the audio reading to represent both the beginning and end of the sentences, and fluid continuity of the circles.
Check out the whole wonderful issue!
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Very excited to have 2 of my poems in Faith, a new anthology from @paddlerpress.bsky.social
poetry #whatdoesfaithmean #faith #writing
poetry #whatdoesfaithmean #faith #writing
October 2, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Very excited to have 2 of my poems in Faith, a new anthology from @paddlerpress.bsky.social
poetry #whatdoesfaithmean #faith #writing
poetry #whatdoesfaithmean #faith #writing
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Very delighted to have my two poems in the newest issue of @paddlerpress.bsky.social - Vol. 15, Faith. Huge thanks to Deryck and Peter @plpoetry.bsky.social for bringing this really wonderful issue together!
Vol. 15 cover reveal. Faith is a journey, a path. It isn't a destination in and of itself. We all tread this road differently, face obstacles, aks questions, and sometimes, get lost. The work in this wonderful issue speak to this journey in beautiful ways. Available Oct 1.
October 1, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Very delighted to have my two poems in the newest issue of @paddlerpress.bsky.social - Vol. 15, Faith. Huge thanks to Deryck and Peter @plpoetry.bsky.social for bringing this really wonderful issue together!
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Honored to have my poem published today, alongside many excellent writers. October 1st, 2025. Thank you, Guest Editor Peter Lily & Editor Deryck Robertson
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— 13 days
I learned about -faith
I learned about loss and grief. I learned we don't always get what we want
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— 13 days
I learned about -faith
I learned about loss and grief. I learned we don't always get what we want
October 1, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Honored to have my poem published today, alongside many excellent writers. October 1st, 2025. Thank you, Guest Editor Peter Lily & Editor Deryck Robertson
@paddlerpress.bsky.social
— 13 days
I learned about -faith
I learned about loss and grief. I learned we don't always get what we want
@paddlerpress.bsky.social
— 13 days
I learned about -faith
I learned about loss and grief. I learned we don't always get what we want
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I'm immensely proud of being involved with this outstanding issue. There are so many fantastic poems & prose pieces from wonderful authors whom I was very humbled to read. Give it a read, & support @paddlerpress.bsky.social
Thanks so much to Deryck for the opportunity to guest edit.
Thanks so much to Deryck for the opportunity to guest edit.
Volume 15 - Faith, is now live to the world. Printed copies will be available soon. paddlerpress.ca/issues-trip-...
October 1, 2025 at 6:34 PM
I'm immensely proud of being involved with this outstanding issue. There are so many fantastic poems & prose pieces from wonderful authors whom I was very humbled to read. Give it a read, & support @paddlerpress.bsky.social
Thanks so much to Deryck for the opportunity to guest edit.
Thanks so much to Deryck for the opportunity to guest edit.
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@paddlerpress.bsky.social has done something special with the Faith Issue! It’s so gorgeous and inspiring. I’m thrilled to be included alongside these amazing writers/poets.
October 1, 2025 at 7:38 PM
@paddlerpress.bsky.social has done something special with the Faith Issue! It’s so gorgeous and inspiring. I’m thrilled to be included alongside these amazing writers/poets.
Volume 15 - Faith, is now live to the world. Printed copies will be available soon. paddlerpress.ca/issues-trip-...
October 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Volume 15 - Faith, is now live to the world. Printed copies will be available soon. paddlerpress.ca/issues-trip-...
Vol. 15 cover reveal. Faith is a journey, a path. It isn't a destination in and of itself. We all tread this road differently, face obstacles, aks questions, and sometimes, get lost. The work in this wonderful issue speak to this journey in beautiful ways. Available Oct 1.
September 30, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Vol. 15 cover reveal. Faith is a journey, a path. It isn't a destination in and of itself. We all tread this road differently, face obstacles, aks questions, and sometimes, get lost. The work in this wonderful issue speak to this journey in beautiful ways. Available Oct 1.