I run an average of 9-13% acceptance rates, but I have given up on it since so many publishers in my spreadsheets are gone or dead wood.

Michael Lee Johnson's significance in the world of poetry lies in his sustained activity in the global independent press and his dual role as a community builder (editor/administrator) for other poets.

I woke up this morning to some amazing news! It had been quite awhile since I sent out any of my poetry as submissions. The other day I sent out a handful and this morning I had five poems accepted at Saragun Springs! They will be live April14th! So my question for the day is how often do you submit your work? Do you get discouraged or determined when pieces get rejections? And finally, when and where was your most recent publication?

Are you a disciplined daily writer or do you only write when inspiration hits?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmNtcv6m-Ls I think this poem captures the hopeful spirit of youth. Memories of first love rise and fade like kites. It's inspired by my real high school experiences. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel and, like, feel free to leave comments.