Performed by Patrick Roche

“Watch me fight for that. For finding joy in whatever brightness may fall on us.”

Don’t miss this stunning poem from Patrick Roche, performed and recorded in his home. Preorder Patrick’s debut book, A SOCIALLY ACCEPTABLE BREAKDOWN.

While you’re here, head over to the Button store to check out our books and merch, including books by George Abraham, Neil Hilborn, Michael Lee, Blythe Baird, Raych Jackson, and our newest releases from Akosua Zimba Afiriyie-Hwedie & Reagan Myers!

Performing at Button Poetry Live

“All I know is you look at me and my knees fumble and my neck sweats and my eyes expand.”

Don’t miss this beautiful poem from Melania-Luisa Marte, performing at Button Poetry Live in August 2018.

While you’re here, head over to the Button store to check out our books and merch, including books by George Abraham, Neil Hilborn, Michael Lee, Blythe Baird, Raych Jackson, and our newest releases from Akosua Zimba Afiriyie-Hwedie & Reagan Myers!

Performing at the Line Breaks Hip Hop Festival

“I learned love as a willingness to burn.”

Don’t miss this fantastic poem from Jackson Neal, performing at the Line Breaks Hip Hop Festival.

Jackson’s wonderful debut book, DEAR AZULA, I HAVE A CRUSH ON DANNY PHANTOM, is now available!

While you’re here, head over to the Button store to check out our books and merch, including books by Sabrina Benaim, Neil Hilborn, Michael Lee, Blythe Baird, Raych Jackson, & our newest releases from Rudy Francisco & Ollie Schminkey!

Performing at Honey

“My father is a trophy in a clan of empty frames, fork in the most violent of rivers.”

Don’t miss this powerful poem from Adam Falkner, performing at Honey in Minneapolis MN.

Adam’s award-winning book, The Willies is now available!

While you’re here, head over to the Button store to check out our books and merch, including books by George Abraham, Neil Hilborn, Michael Lee, Blythe Baird, Raych Jackson, and our newest releases from Akosua Zimba Afiriyie-Hwedie & Reagan Myers!