http://bacopaliteraryreview.blogspot.com/ As poetry editor it is my honor and pleasure to invite submissions for the 2016 international print journal. No entry fees! Prize possibilities. Publishing possibilities. Nothing to lose. I invite you to submit your most unusual poetic styles, including prose poetry, lyrical narrative, fixed forms or traditional broken line poems. Your choice. We look for succinct poetic language, … Read More
Song of the Darling River
In these weather crazy times, I am reminded that drought, bush-fires and flash floods have plagued Australia for thousands of years. The famous Australian poet Henry Lawson, (1867-1922) wrote of such regular occurrences in 19th century Australia. Here’s an extract from his poem “Song of the Darling River.” The skies are brass and the plains are bare, Death and … Read More