This NaPo Week 2026, the sorcerers of Poetry Crew are inviting you to explore the newly established apothecary of YWS. With the ability to craft collections of creative works, we are challenging you to brew up something special - a complete potion of poetry! The challenge can be twofold: create a poetry collection and/or collect (review) another member's poetry collection.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Collection Alchemist
one who demonstrates a commitment to the craft of poetic alchemy (don't forget the newts, the herbs, and unexplained mysteries)
- Write and publish a minimum of 4 poems that are tied together thematically (your theme of choice... does not have to be spooky!)
- All poems must have been written during NaPo Week and posted by October 10th
- Post your completed Poetry Collection as a reply to this thread with a few sentences about the collection
- All poems must be published to the Literary Center/Green Room
- If you require some extra poetry coins to publish your poems in the Lit Center, please message a member of Poetry Crew for up to an extra 250 points for help
Poetry Potionsmaster
one who is skilled in the art of poetic potioneering and masterfully collects one alchemical creation
- Review 1 entire Poetry Collection (which means more points to publish your collection!)
- In addition to writing individual reviews on each piece, you are encouraged to write a final review taking on your reflections on the collection as a whole. Post your Final Reflection in the Poetry Potionsmaster Thread
- Feel free to track your progress in the Poetry Potionsmaster thread. All reviews must be complete by October 31
If you have never written or reviewed a poetry collection before, check out Alliyah's Tips for Writing Your Poetry Collection. If you have any questions about the challenge as well, please don't hesitate to send me a PM and I'll be happy to clarify! Let's just keep this thread clear for our alchemists
Happy writing!
