Poetry by Sarah B Sullivan

Hello! Thank you for visiting my incredibly complex web page. I have been writing poetry in a more focused manner since early 2016 when I left my primary care practice in New Hampshire. My poems are inspired by daily life experiences, other poets, memories, and deep thoughts. I had the opportunity to enroll in the Master’s in Fine Arts program at Pacific University, earning a degree in June 2022.

Writing on a regular basis and working with other writers are the supports of a two-legged stool, which enables me to sit a bit precariously as I let my words flow through my fingers and show up on the page. The sharing and editing of these works is the fun part of the process for me. Thus, you showing up to read a bit of my work, and perhaps ordering a book or two at a wicked low price, means more fun for me. Click on the MERCH tab to explore.

For seven years I chaired the fundraiser 30 Poems in November, in support of Center for New Americans. This position involves providing daily prompts for the poets volunteering their time and talents, leading workshops, and encouraging the writers, including me, to keep on writing and fundraising. We poets raised a significant amount of money (about $80,000 in 2024)!

After graduating from Pacific University, I decided to start teaching classes and to lead additional workshops and retreats, as well. What a gift to be able to learn more by teaching. This journey is growing slowly and steadily, so please check back to see if I have new stuff going on. Click on the COURSES tab to learn more!

I have poems published in journals including Alaska Quarterly Review, Calyx, Little Patuxent Review, Cider Press Review, as well as three chap books. Plus a manuscript or two looking for a home. Click on the ABOUT tab for details!

I somewhat started something on substack, which I do envision updating on a regular-ish basis. Click here for a first-hand experience.