Altadena Poetry Review Poems
Reviews of this anthology underscores the depth of sentiments expressed in the poems, especially compassion, humanity, strength, and resilience regarding the “fire poems” in the book: poetry bearing witness to the devastation caused by the horrific wildfires that swept through Altadena, CA, on January 7, 2025, one of the most destructive fires in California history.
Many of the poets published in this book are survivors of the historic wildifire. This collection showcases 180 poems of varying styles, themes, lengths, and formats by 158 culturally-diverse poets primarily from Southern California, but also from across the United States and internationally. Authors include past and present Poets Laureate of local, regional, and state levels. Some poets are at the beginning of their careers, but most are experienced authors with publication experience and name recognition. Many are award winners at local, regional, and higher levels; others are affiliated with colleges and universities; and others are mentors and poetry leaders in their communities. Overall, the poets published in this anthology are distinguished and markedly skilled in their art.