IN-PERSON Mesa Poetry Read & Critique (Jarrod's Cafe)

About this event

**Welcome, poets!** This is our new Bi-Monthly In-Person Poetry Meeting! We will be meeting the **2nd and 4th Sundays** of the month at **Jarrod's Cafe at Haus 109** in Downtown Mesa. We're here to share our poetry and support one another through constructive suggestions for future drafts. Our group loves all styles of poetry, including similar genres like flash fiction and spoken word. In person please bring 8 paper copies of your work so we can add editorial marks and jot down ideas. If your poems are very short, (Haiku, etc.) feel free to bring a couple, but we otherwise try to stay to one poem per person, and please try to limit the total length to less than 2 pages. If you don't have writing to bring in yet, still feel free to join us to read and offer critiques. ***FAQ:*** **I write prose poems, is that okay?** Yes! All styles of poetry are welcome, including similar genres like flash fiction and spoken word. **I'm writing a novel--what about that?** Most likely you'll want to attend one of the other Red Sands events that focuses on novels. However, if your writing style is particularly lyrical we might be the best group to support you! Send a message to the organizer if you're not sure. **Do I have to RSVP?** Please always RSVP if you intend to share your work, or move yourself to "Not Going" as soon as you realize you won't be able to make it. **I'm on the "wait-list" what does that mean?** You're still welcome to join us, this just means we may not have time to read your work at this meeting, though we will try. **I'm afraid someone will hate my writing, what should I do?** Don't be afraid! Rough drafts are always rough. Nobody will be perfect. We're here to support you, which means pointing out the parts that are awesome and providing honest suggestions for improvement. You're welcome to ignore the suggestions or take it into consideration for the next draft. It's just feedback. No pressure. **I'm not good at giving feedback to others, what…