The Bookworm’s monthly poetry open mic returns on Tuesday, December 15. Those who are interested in reading their work should email [email protected] to sign up for a five-minute slot. (more…)

Everyone could use more poetry in their lives. The Bookworm’s monthly poetry open mic is tomorrow. Words begin at 8 pm, and it’s free to spectate. Those who are interested in reading their work should email [email protected] to sign up for a five-minute slot. (more…)

We have a great double-header planned tonight, a pair of community events that celebrates the literary arts scene here in Beijing. Both events are free, and both promise to be a fun time. Up first: Poetry Beijing, which will be presented by Liz Richards and Matthew Byrne, who each run their own monthly poetry events. (Liz hosts Word of Mouth The Bookworm, and Matt hosts Spittoon at Mado Bar.) (more…)

Four poets from Sweden will come together at The Bookworm next Thursday (August 27, 7:30pm) in a free reading, touching on memories, identities, personal and philosophical perspectives on life and love. 

The poems will be read in English, with the text projected behind them in both English and Chinese. (more…)

The lineup is set for tomorrow’s poetry event at The Bookworm, which will also feature stunning artwork from Lin Jiayue, a Chinese artist who studied in the US and the UK. (more…)

Ming Di

In the coming two weeks we are honored to host international poets in Beijing, who have made their way here from the Qinghai Lake Poetry Festival, which gathers hundreds of poets from around the world for poetry readings, concerts, and the opportunity to engage in cultural exchange. There will be a free event this Wednesday at The Bookworm (6 pm), and another one next Wednesday featuring poetry in multiple languages. (more…)

Word of Mouth is Beijing’s premier poetry open-mic night. Come check it out tomorrow (Tuesday) at 8 pm — a great lineup has taken shape, and there are a few spots still available. If you’re interested in reading, contact Liz at [email protected]. (more…)

On Friday, YCIS and ISB wordsmiths displayed their poetry chops at The Poetry Project’s Interschool Poetry Slam. They were, in a word, amazing.