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Frankie Abralind
Why Poetry?

Frankie Abralind
April 2023

“Each custom poem we write is reflective of what the poemee shares during their session. We don’t try to fix anything. In many cases, the Listener Poet is simply paraphrasing or quoting exactly what they heard the person say.”

Story Beyond the Story, Article
Yvette Perry
Poem Craft Notes

Yvette Perry
January 2023

“In the session that resulted in the poem, ‘Libation,’ I felt a great sense of hope and meaning from the poemee even though the main topic of the story she shared involved loss.”

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Ravenna Raven
Who We’re Working with this Summer

July 2022

It’s been our busiest year so far at TGLP! We’re excited to be serving our priority healthcare communities all across the country. Here’s a peek into who we’re currently working with.

Story Beyond the Story, Article
Yvette Perry
Separation, Connection, and Creating Poems that ...

Yvette Perry
February 2022

“As a Listener Poet, I strive to fully listen to and tell poemees’ truths. This is not just my responsibility, but a sacred one that I take very seriously.”

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Elle Klassen
What Elle's Reading

November 2021

Our sixth recommender, Listener Poet Elle Klassen.

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