Welcome to Poetry Markaz—where poetry comes alive through the voices of the poets themselves.
If poetry is nourishment for the soul, think of Poetry Markaz as a place to savor finely curated literary tastings. Unlike most digital journals, we offer more than just text—we offer presence, voice, and connection.
Each month, we spotlight two to three poetry collections. For each, we present a brief video featuring the poet (or, in the case of anthologies or translations, the editor or translator), accompanied by two poems from the book. If the sample resonates, you can explore the full collection at your leisure.
We invite you to experience poetry in this vivid, personal way—and to share our international journal with fellow readers and poetry lovers around the world.
—Sholeh Wolpé, Poetry Editor of The Markaz Review*
*Submission guideline: If you are a SWANA region poet and have a book, whether forthcoming, new or recent, you’re welcome to get in touch with by emailing our poetry editor at: poetryeditor@themarkaz.