Secrets in the locker room
Flex your winter pen in our gym:
Drop a poem in a locker, find one in yours.
Flex your winter pen in our gym:
Drop a poem in a locker, find one in yours.
Every December, our writing gym gears up for its most creative workout: a poetry exchange. Over 100 participants flex their creative muscles, submitting a poem and getting one back–perfectly timed for Christmas Eve.
No poem, no gain. Sit down, grab your pen, or hammer away on the keyboard–your call. Just keep it in English, please. Santa’s fluent, but let’s not push it.
Below you'll find a form–that's your gym buddy. Want to stay mysterious? Keep it anonymous. Ready to connect? Sign your name and find a new writing gym buddy.
Now you wait. Or refresh your inbox like a maniac. On December 24, your poem heads out to a randomly assigned recipient, while one from another poet lands on your email.
Poemland has officially shut its gates for this year. But don’t worry–you’ll have another shot next year! In the meantime, follow us on @cmon.gym for updates, workshops, and writing content.
Poemland has officially shut its gates for this year. But don’t worry–you’ll have another shot next year! In the meantime, follow us on @cmon.gym for updates, workshops, and writing content.
"I found the poetry exchange randomly on Instagram, loved the idea, and jumped in. Now, it’s my favorite Christmas tradition. I keep all my gifts in a highlight, and joining the crew was the best decision. Jump in and see for yourselves!"
"I've always loved poetry because of how it helps me understand their authors... Now, I can connect with writers who aren't dead for a change! This is such an awesome initiative, for meeting fellow lovers of words and feeling less alone as a writer. Such a joy!"
"Secret Santa with a twist that you wouldn't expect! I've made this my yearly Winter Solstice tradition and you should, too! It's the gift that keeps on giving, it nourishes your soul and connects you with unique artists."
