Here is a look at all the Member poetry and book announcements that went out in February 2026! Remember, as an NEPC member, you can submit your news to our community and see it across our social media accounts! Submit now.
We announced that NEPC member Barbara Cassidy’s debut chapbook, DIVINATION, is now available from Dancing Girl Press/Chicago. The link to purchase it is here: https://loom.ly/dOceCXQ
NEPC Board member Doug Holder passed along sad news. Longtime NEPC member X. J. Kennedy passed away at the age of 96. A renowned poet and writer, he was also a generous presence in our community for many years.
Doug had the opportunity to interview X. J. Kennedy and his wife some years ago. We shared that conversation here in remembrance: https://loom.ly/_wgbpzE
We announced that NEPC member James K. Zimmerman’s 4th book, “Uncertainty,” was published by Bottlecap Press! You can get a copy here: https://loom.ly/aW-zE_c
We announced that NEPC member Jason O’Toole’s poems “To the Dolphins” and “Unseasonable Seas” appeared in Deceleration Quarterly Creative Review. You can read them here: https://loom.ly/PEkVy_k
NEPC Member Daniel Tobin announced his new book, “Dusk, Empire: New and Selected Poems 1987-2024,” published by Four Way Books, 2026. Get your copy here: https://loom.ly/IVFJ73s
Poet Wendy Drexler discussed her upcoming collection, Harvest of What Remains, interviewed by NEPC Board Member Doug Holder. The book chronicles her experience as a primary caregiver while her husband lived with Alzheimer’s, exploring grief, compassion, and moments of beauty even amid loss. Read more here: https://loom.ly/JUqq45I
NEPC Member Eileen P. Kennedy announced the release of her book, “Dread and Splendor: Paintings and Poems for a New Earth” (Shanti Arts, 2026). You can purchase a copy here: loom.ly/FMQ4028
NEPC Member Wendy Drexler’s “Harvest of What Remains,” published by Lily Poetry Review Books, is now available and follows her journey as the primary caregiver for her husband, who has Alzheimer’s. Purchase your copy at: https://loom.ly/nkPrWqI
NEPC Advisory Board Member and Member News Editor Trapper Markelz announced that three of his poems appear in the January issue of Blood + Honey Lit.
Overcoming the Loss of a Friend
Yes, Apples, and Blood, and Light
Setting Up Camp to the Song Are You Going To Go My Way by Lenny Kravitz
Read them here: https://loom.ly/-N2aolc
NEPC Member Ed Meek announced the release of “Great Pond,” published by Kelsay, now available. This is the poet’s fifth book of poems. You can purchase here: https://loom.ly/t6IT3cg
Somerville poet Ilan Mochari was featured in a thoughtful new interview about his collection Playthings. The conversation is led by Doug Holder, an interviewer and board member of the New England Poetry Club.
A great spotlight on local poetry and craft. Read the full piece here: https://loom.ly/bMZj7KU
That’s all for February! See you next month!