Andrea Gibson – “Your Life” (Short Film)

A Short Film by Andrea Gibson.

“Your name is not a song you will sing under your breath, your pronouns haven’t even been invented yet.”

Don’t miss this beautiful film from Andrea Gibson.

Make sure to check out Andrea’s book, LORD OF THE BUTTERFLIES, 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, Blythe Baird, Desireé Dallagiacomo, & our newest release from Dave Harris!

Cynthia Manick – “Things I Carry into the World” (Motionpoems)

A poetry film by Motionpoems.

“Like thunderclouds I don’t stray far from earthly things.”

Don’t miss this remarkable poem by Cynthia Manick, filmed by Motionpoems. Want to have your video featured on Button Poetry? Video submissions are open NOW, August 1st – September 15th!

While you’re here, head over to the Button store to check out all our books and merch, including books by Neil Hilborn, Danez Smith, Hanif Abdurraqib, Jacqui Germain, Sam Sax, our newest release from Olivia Gatwood & more.

Gil Kazimirov – “Mom, I Have a Few Requests For You”

2016 Button Poetry Video Contest.

“If selfishness was one letter and not eleven, it would be the letter of a kid demanding his mom not to change.”

Don’t miss this awesome poem from Gil Kazimirov, featured contestant in the 2016 Button Poetry Video Contest. Come to Minneapolis, MN, June 2-3 for the 2017 Rustbelt Poetry Festival, hosted by Button Poetry! Tickets are now available!

While you’re here, head over to the Button store to check out all our books and merch, including books by Neil Hilborn, Danez Smith, Hanif Abdurraqib, Jacqui Germain, Sam Sax, our newest release from Olivia Gatwood & more.

“The Mother Warns the Tornado” (Motionpoems)

Mothern Warns Tornado Website

“I will turn hacksaw. I will turn grenade. I will invent for you a throat and choke you.”

Don’t miss this stunning video, the first in our collaboration with the amazingly talented folks at Motionpoems. Check out more from them here.

Make sure to check out our books and merchandise in the Button Store!