Poetry Pro Tip: Allison Xu Part 2
Join 2023 Youth Poet Laureate, Allison Xu, as she shares some poetry pro tips!
Allison Xu is a high school writer and poet in Rockville, Maryland. Her poetry and short stories have been published in Blue Marble Review, Unbroken, The Daphne Review, Paper Lanterns, The Weight Journal, The Start Literary Journal, and several anthologies. Her creative writing explores the complexities of the young adult years, a period in life that brims with desire and aspirations, as well as chaos and conflicts. Allison is also the Montogomery County, Maryland's 2023 Youth Poet Laureate.
The Youth Poet Laureate (YPL) Program is a joint program of Urban Word NYC and Words, Beats & Life, Inc., with support from local government & partnering organizations, which aims to identify young writers and leaders who are committed to civic & community engagement, artistic excellence, human relations, youth activism, diversity and education across the region.
Join us at Slamtastic our Youth Slam Poetry competition where youth poets ages 13 to 19 take the stage and share their voices in this five-round tournament from December 2023 to April 2024 for a chance to be named Grand Slam Champion and the newest members of the 2024 DMV Youth Slam Team!
Our DMV Youth Slam Team receives exclusive training from our poetry and writing pros and the opportunity to perform at local and national events throughout the year. This is your chance to gain valuable experience and exposure and connect with a supportive community of fellow poets and artists who share your passion for spoken word. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to elevate your poetry and make a lasting impact on the poetry scene.
