poet's tools-an open book, a bottle of ink & a fountain pen

Prompts, ekphrasis, ritual—if there's a way to make writing more fun, I'll try it.Because I believe the best writing happens when you're having the best time doing it.

You can make poems out of anything that fascinates you.I've written poems inspired by movies, anime, video games, 18th century prison reports & random prompts.Those poems have been published in chapbooks, journals & a full-length book, proving that if you love something, it's likely others will too.I'd love to help you turn your curiosities & interests into works of art.


The Conjuring Word

Semimonthly notes from me on making magic through writing:

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Get Creative


A headshot of Lisa Ciccarello

Hello there!I'm Lisa Ciccarello, author of At Night (Black Ocean, 2015), a full-length book of poetry, as well as 10 chapbooks.My poems have appeared in over 60 journals, including Tin House, Poets.org, Denver Quarterly, the PEN Poetry Series, Handsome, & The Volta, among others.I hold an MFA in Poetry from the University of Arizona.


logos for Black Ocean Press, Poets.org, PEN America, Denver Quarterly and Tin House

Portfolio



Books & Chapbooks

Below is a selection of works that are available to read or purchase.{Click the image for more information.}

About

A headshot of Lisa Ciccarello

Lisa Ciccarello is the author of At Night (Black Ocean, 2015), a full-length book of poetry, as well as several chapbooks.Her poems have appeared in Tin House, Poets.org, Denver Quarterly, the PEN Poetry Series, Handsome, & The Volta, among others.She holds an MFA in Poetry from the University of Arizona.She loves collaborative work, & finding ways to share poems through comics, zines, bots, stickers, gifs, games & more.Connect with her online or contact her using the icons below.Be the first to see her newest works by joining her on Patreon



Things I love

Carrd.co: This website is made with carrd, as is my poetry prompt challenge website.I get my domains through namecheap, I think they're the best.

Write with Me

Infuse your writing practice with more fun & ease by joining my Patreon.Each month you'll get access to:

  • co-writing sprints to help you get your work done

  • a "captain's log" of creativity so you can see behind the scenes & benefit from my insights & tips

  • the poems & projects I make by following my curiosities, to show you what's possible for creating your own

I also share:

  • seasonally themed kits for infusing a sense of ritual into your writing time

  • ideas for your own creative challenges

  • & any resources I make for myself that might help you as well, (like this line a day fillable journal)!