Word Wise – Teen Poetry Contest
It’s that time of year again — National Poetry Month is upon us! Throughout the month of April, KDL is hosting our eighth annual Word Wise teen poetry contest.
From April 1 to April 30, teens are invited to submit their original poems online or at their local KDL branch. Winners will be announced mid May, and each winner will receive a $50 gift card to Schuler Books & Music. The winning poems will be published on the KDL website. Take some time to check out our teen page for a complete list of rules and an online entry form.
If you are interested in reading poetry in honor of National Poetry Month, or looking for a little inspiration, check out a list of teen poetry books that are KDL staff favorites. We are looking forward to another month of great poetry submissions. Happy writing!
Posted by: Katie
April 27th, 2011 at 10:40 pm
There’s things in life that are not so bright,
As I pray I say “God thank you for letting me live another day.”
My life isn’t great, but I was taught to appreciate.
It’s tears that makes me think the way I do,
Thoughts that make the actions.
I’m not trying to live wrong, but how am I going to make it right when I really don’t do much praying at night.
I’m thankful for what I have and happy this is about to be my past.
Still deciding how I’m gonna be welcome my future.
I made it this far but yet still more thinking,
Once things okay I know it won’t stay that way.
Just trying to save some grace so God can have me another place to stay.