Channeling Poe
Poe and Poet Alarie go way back. He remains her favorite short story author. They both even went to the University of Virginia, though Alarie insists he was way before her time.
Have a Howwwling Good Time!
Alarie Tennille has a lot of experience in staying up late at night. Crazy, right? That's exactly why she has some expert advice for you: How to Become a Werewolf.
Poems to Cast a Spell
In earlier blogs, Alarie Poet talked about writing late at night. She loves the witching hour and channeling her inner Poe. Halloween is fast approaching. Please allow her to cast a spell your way.
Alarie’s Summer Marathon
Poet Alarie Tennille returned from her college reunion refreshed and ready to carry new poems to the finished line.
50-Year Reunion: First Coed Class at UVA
Poet Alarie Tennille celebrates her 50th Reunion as a Pioneer Coed at the University of Virginia. When she entered in 1970, the 350 students entering their first year were less than 6% of the number of men signing on. Now women outnumber the men.
Write & Wrong
Poet Alarie Tennille shares her experiences about the 2024 AWP Writing Conference in Kansas City.
Happy 2024!
Poet Alarie Tennille wishes you a happy, healthy year filled with great reading. She shares reviews of some favorite books read in 2023 to inspire you.
Is Your Brain a Cat or a Dog? (A Poet’s Dilemma)
Poet Alarie Tennille gives tips on how to decide if you are left brain or write brain and tips on how to compile a poetry book.