Diverse Voices and Visions As April’s arrival heralds the renewal of spring, it also ushers in the celebration of National Poetry Month, a time dedicated to the profound impact of poetry in capturing the essence of the human experience, inspiring reflection, and provoking thought. In observance of this significant month, we, the Thursday Poets—a Salem, Massachusetts-based collective of professional poets

by Rachel Stigers, Bookseller at Wicked Good Booksand Joey Phoenix, Editor at Creative North Shore Creative people need a constant supply of input and inspiration to do the things that they do. When they’re not actively creating, they’re often attending art shows and concerts, having interesting conversations and reading everything they can get their hands on. Reading, in particular, allows