Branwen’s Poetry

News and discussion on trans legislation and life.

I am starting this as a blog and a place for non-literary writings such as essays and opinion pieces.

Your guide to great writing happening on Substack, plus the home of “The Active Voice,” a podcast by Hamish McKenzie.

The Weekly Muse is the ultimate resource for poets seeking to ignite their creativity & take their writing to new heights. Weekly prompts, writing exercises, publishing opportunities, tips, & more! Plus FREE Zoom classes & salons with well-known poets!

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“The Power of Poetry” is a place to show the world your creativity, your imagination and passion for writing.

In which we come together to save American democracy, or at least have fun while trying.

My thoughts and feelings on trans politics, discourse, and media.

Write your heart out. One poetry prompt a month, delivered on the 15th. Hosted by Tyler Mills and the Brooklyn Poetry Studio.

essays on gender, mostly

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