Highlights From the Archives: Our Most Read Poems of 2022
Red Room Poetry newsEvery year, Red Room Poetry publishes a range of dazzling poetry from some of the most talented writers in Australia. Take a trip down memory lane to revisit some of the most read poems of 2022.
- Mother by Kirli Saunders
An evocative celebration of land and belonging, shared as part of The Eucalyptus Eco-Poetry Project. - Your Terrorist by Ali Alizadeh
A defiant and empowered piece – the accompanying reading from Ali himself is a must-listen. - Tracks Wind Back by Jeanine Leane
A breathtaking psychogeographic mapping of Gundagai, shared as part of The Disappearing. - Mid-Autumn Mooncakes by Eileen Chong
A sensory portal through time and space. As well as watching Eileen's reading, check out Alex Lee reading the poem as part of the 2022 National Poetry Month Gala here. - O Australia by Jeanine Leane
A powerful and eye-opening reflection on the state of the nation, told in prose poetry. - Night Vision (while we sleep) by Luke Patterson
A stunning evocation of the world that comes to life as we sleep, shared as part of POEM FOREST. - Silhouette by Laniyuk
A tender recount of the whispers shared between people and trees, shared as part of POEM FOREST. - Stutter by Evelyn Araluen
A sensual piece that approaches its subject through both image and form. - Makes You Stronger by Nina Oyama
An incisive and humorous excavation of the self – Nina’s accompanying reading is a must-watch! - The School Teacher by Elizabeth Allen
A powerful reflection on ambitions and their erosion, shared as part of Toilet Doors Poetry. - The Great Displaced by Omar Musa
A moving journey through memory and place, shared as part of The Disappearing.