Alysia Harris and Zora Howard – “Burning Water”

Filmed by The Strivers Row

“Nobody asks how it feels to be oil. To slip through the fingers of the people who promise to preserve you, and all that’s left is a residue.”

Don’t miss this powerful poem from Alysia Harris and Zora Howard, filmed by The Strivers Row.

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 Ebony Stewart!

Zora Howard – “Sistergirlfriend”

Performed at the Striver’s Row

“Let me remind you: you are so goddamn beautiful. You are a hundred miles deep, two-thousand degrees squeezed to bursting brilliance.”

Don’t miss this beautiful poem from Zora Howard, performing at the Striver’s Row

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Zora Howard and Joshua Bennett – “Still Life with Police Sirens”

Filmed by The Strivers Row

“Never let them know what you think of them.”

Don’t miss this powerful poem from Zora Howard and Joshua Bennett, filmed by The Strivers Row.

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, Ollie Schminkey, & our newest release from Akosua Zimba Afiriyie-Hwedie!

Alysia Harris and Zora Howard – “Sh*t I’m Not Creative Enough to Make Up”

Performing at The Strivers Row

“These stories aren’t novel. This skin won’t wear off.”

Don’t miss this incredible poem from Alysia Harris and Zora Howard, performing at The Strivers Row.

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 & Kevin Kantor!