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Instapoetry

In Defense of Instapoetry

By Michael Shymanski

April 15, 2020 by OoliganPress Leave a Comment

In Defense of Instapoetry

Often referred to as “fidget-spinner poetry” due to its brevity and its targeting of younger audiences, Instapoetry is frequently dismissed and even insulted by critics. But does Instapoetry have anything to offer—especially for us quick-scrolling younger generations?

Filed Under: Digital Tagged With: instagram, Instapoetry, instapoets, multimedia, poetry, Social Media, tumblr, twitter

Pop Poetry and the World of Tomorrow—Social Media Poetry for a New Generation

By Monique Vieu

April 4, 2018 by OoliganPress Leave a Comment

Pop Poetry and the World of Tomorrow—Social Media Poetry for a New Generation

Short-format poetry has made a serious splash on the literary scene by use of social media. Platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Tumblr are giving writers immediate international visibility. These writers are self-published, with full control of their own media presence. And unlike any other generation, we’re seeing a more interactive aspect of poetry, as writers have the ability to directly connect with their audiences and receive instantaneous feedback.

Filed Under: Digital Tagged With: atticus, button poetry, digital, instagram, Instapoetry, poetry, pop poetry, publishing, Reading, sabrina benaim, Social Media, twitter, viral, YouTube

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