“Older readers: these are voices we need to hear.” —Samaa Abdurraqib, Executive Director of Maine Humanities

The Poets Corner invited some of these young writers, along with a few of the artists in the Rise anthology, to share their work in this reading, and to talk with us about their hopes, fears, and inspiration for their important contributions to how we are thinking about climate change. Stay tuned for a list of the writers and artists who’ll be participating!

Published by the Telling Room, who offers creative writing workshops and publication opportunities for youth of all ages around the State of Maine. This anthology selected stories, poetry, and art that represent youth perspectives on climate change, to help their voices reach a wider audience.

“We hope that readers will discover that science, activism, and art can all have equal place at the table as we search for solutions together. We invite everyone to be moved and inspired by the pieces in this book.” —Marjolaine Whittlesey & Rylan Hynes: The Telling Room