Bernard Ferguson – “Portrait with Homies & Leaves Falling Off”

Performing at Honey

“We only have one season where the gold falls just right around our necks.”

Don’t miss this great poem from Bernard Ferguson, performing at Honey in Minneapolis, MN.

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!

Jackson Neal – “Zuko’s Ode”

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!

Eric Sirota – “Evictions”

Performing at Hamline University

“What’s a little historical erasure in the face of such gorgeous calligraphy?”

Don’t miss this gripping poem from Eric Sirota, performing at Hamline University in St. Paul, MN.

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

Adam Falkner – “My Father Is a Mansion”

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!

Crystal Valentine – “Conversation Overheard on the Corner of 167th & Jerome Avenue”

Performing at Button Poetry Live

“I guess some people are cursed enough to live forever and not realize everyone around them done evaporated into a ghost.”

Don’t miss this compelling poem from Crystal Valentine, performing at Park Square Theatre in Saint Paul, MN.

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, and our newest releases from Akosua Zimba Afiriyie-Hwedie & Reagan Myers!

Gigi Bella – “TSA PSA”

Performing at Rustbelt 2019

“You tell me that the most beautiful thing about me is that I do not need you.”

Don’t miss this great poem from Gigi Bella, performing at Rustbelt 2019 in St. Louis, MO.

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, and our newest releases from Akosua Zimba Afiriyie-Hwedie & Reagan Myers!