Publisher's Synopsis
From its sandy beaches off the Atlantic Ocean to the rustic beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, North Carolina is a picturesque postcard with everything to offer. More recently, it's become a hotbed of 21st-century innovation in technology and finance. There's no shortage of poetry inspired by this unique state. And in North Carolina's Best Emerging Poets 2019, 54 up-and-coming poets have the chance to share their words, vision, and inspiration. Covering a wide array of topics ranging from love and heartbreak, family and friendship, the inherent beauty of nature, and so much more, these young talents will amaze you. Containing one poem per poet, this anthology is a compelling introduction to the great wordsmiths of tomorrow.