what is instapoetry?

instapoetry is a style of poetry that emerged as a result of social media.
the form usually consists of short direct lines in aesthetically pleasing fonts that are sometimes accompanied by an image or drawing.
instapoetry provides a modern take on traditional poetic principles.
while instapoets may be looked down upon by academia, these writers have opened a door to poetry in a way that traditional education has failed to do.

four female instapoets to follow in 2020

caroline kaufman | @poeticpoison

caroline kaufman explores the shock, wonder and beauty of an uncertain future.

pavana reddy | @mazadohta

pavana invokes powerful images of nature and the human spirit to write about topics like love and femininity.

rupi kaur | @rupikaur_

her work is simple and powerful, kaur's poems are often accompanied by her own drawings.

alison malee | @alison.malee

often accompanied by gorgeous visuals, malee’s poetry delivers powerful messages in very few words.