Jessi-Alex Brandon – “Tired”

Performing at Park Square Theatre

“How many hours do I have to sleep before I fully recover? What does rest look like when your body hasn’t caught a break since the world formed?”

Don’t miss this fantastic poem from Jessi-Alex Brandon, 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, Rachel Wiley, Javon Johnson, Blythe Baird, Raych Jackson, and our newest release from Kyle “Guante” Tran Myhre!

Justin Lamb – “For the People Who Ask Me If I’m Tired” (500K Views!)

“The only way your query would be useful would be if it were the preface to a longer, more solution-oriented statement, like ‘Hey! Are you tired? Because I just set up a hammock in your office!'”

Congratulations to Justin on topping 500,000 views on this marvelous poem. Check out more from Justin here and here.
Come to Minneapolis, MN, June 2-3 for the 2017 Rustbelt Poetry Festival, hosted by Button Poetry! Tickets are now available!



And while you’re here, make sure to check out our other books and merch as well, including our awesome t-shirts and poster and new books by Jacqui Germain, Hanif Abdurraqib, Olivia Gatwood, and Aaron Coleman!