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“Where Elston shines is in his ease of movement between the absurd and the profound.” In The Character Actor Convention, Guy Elston assembles an unlikely cast of kings, insects, saints, and mushrooms. Khashayar "Kess" Mohammadi is fascinated by where the absurd and profound meet: buff.ly/YpfoaSM
For the Fall 2026 issue of Arc Poetry Magazine, we’re looking for poetic responses to resistance movements around the world and explorations of protest through poetry. More details here: buff.ly/uqcQBQO
Chuffed and 🍾 to be published in the spring 2026 @arcpoetry.bsky.social magazine. On finer newsstands now (he says, dating himself horribly...)
Timing is everything! Yesterday’s mail brought the latest issue of one of my dream lit mags— @arcpoetry.bsky.social and inside, a poem by me!!! Thank you Arc (for also supporting my writing with a recommender grant through @ontarioarts.bsky.social), thank you all carers. More exciting news to come.
"Poetry is painting that is felt.” In Thomas O’Grady’s Coming Ashore, poetry is a painting shaped by boat rides, water birds, and memory. Reviewer Jeffrey Round admires the universal quality of this collection and its desire to bring us home. Read the full review here: buff.ly/aJkb8Vx
“Some threads are likely designed to stay hidden.” Winner of the Canadian First Book Prize, Joseph Kidney’s Devotional Forensics weaves theology, sacred art, and literary allusion into a richly layered debut. Michelle Hardy digs the meanings hidden beneath its surface in her review: buff.ly/wPF03CM
Last call!
Arc’s community survey closes soon. If you’ve been meaning to share your thoughts, we’d love to hear from you. Plus, you could win $50 to the indie bookstore of your choice! bit.ly/ArcSurvey2026 📝
#NationalPoetryMonth
We are thrilled to announce the shortlist for our 2026 Poem of the Year! Now it's your turn to determine which one deserves recognition. The Readers' Choice Award is open for your votes, but only until May 21. Which shortlisted poem is your favourite? Cast your vote today! buff.ly/b0rBh07
Applications for Arc’s 19th virtual Poet-in-Residence program are open until June 15. This national mentorship residency connects an influential Canadian poet with writers across the country through one-on-one virtual mentorships. One week left to apply! More info can be found here: buff.ly/bqoKyKW
Applications are now open for Arc’s 19th virtual Poet-in-Residence program. This national mentorship residency connects an influential Canadian poet with writers across the country through one-on-one virtual mentorships. Deadline to apply is June 15! More info can be found here: buff.ly/bqoKyKW
