Between the Lines: A National Poetry Month Series with Whitnee Coy
- whitneecoy
- Mar 18
- 3 min read
April is National Poetry Month, a time to celebrate the power of words, storytelling, and artistic expression. This year, I’m thrilled to invite you to join me for Between the Lines, a month-long poetry experience filled with daily interactive posts, live readings, giveaways, and special promotions. Whether you’re a lifelong poetry lover or just discovering its magic, there’s something for everyone!
How to Join the Celebration
Throughout April, each day of the week will have a dedicated theme designed to spark creativity, encourage engagement, and bring poetry into your daily life. Follow along, participate, and don’t forget to use #WriteWithWhitnee and #BetweenTheLines to share your own reflections!
Weekly Themes & Activities
🌿 Mondays: “Poetry in Motion” – Snippets & Interactive Prompts
Every Monday, I’ll share a short excerpt from one of my poetry books alongside a reflective writing prompt. Use the prompt to create your own response and share it in the comments or on your own social media using #WriteWithWhitnee and #BetweenTheLines
➡ Call to Action: Don’t forget—if you love the excerpt, you can explore more by purchasing my books!
🎁 Tuesdays: Weekly Poetry Giveaway
Each Tuesday, you’ll have the chance to win a signed copy of one of my books! Here’s how to enter:
Like the post
Follow my page
Share your favorite poem (mine or another poet’s)
Tag 1-2 friends who love poetry
➡ Winner Announced on Fridays! Plus, I’ll remind you where to grab your own copy.
📢 Wednesdays: Poetry Live Streams & Reels
Join me for a live poetry reading on Instagram/Facebook/TikTok, where I’ll:
Read a few poems from my books
Share what inspired them
Discuss my writing process
➡ Stay tuned for some special guests to be shared on Reels to talk about their writing processes!
🎨 Thursdays: "Favorite Poem Thursdays" – Featuring Other Poets
Poetry is a collective experience, and I love sharing the words of those who inspire me. Each Thursday, I’ll highlight a poet or book that has influenced my work.
➡ Join the Conversation: Share a poem that inspires you and tag friends to keep the love of poetry growing!
🖼️ Fridays: Fan Art & Poetry Challenge
Creativity thrives when we share it! Each Friday, I challenge you to create a visual piece inspired by my poetry—whether it’s calligraphy, photography, or digital art—and share it using #WriteWithWhitnee and #BetweenTheLines. I’ll feature the best submissions on my page! ➡ Win a Signed Book! One participant each week will receive a special prize.
📢 Saturdays: Special Pre-Order Push
Pre-orders are a huge part of supporting poets, and I want to thank those who order in advance. My Poetry Lover’s Bundle includes:
A signed copies of my poetry
A personalized thank-you note
➡ Bonus: Pre-order this month and receive an exclusive digital poem only available in April!
💬 Sundays: “Behind the Poem” + Author Q&A
Ever wondered what goes into writing a poem? Each Sunday, I’ll share the backstory behind one of my pieces—what inspired it, the emotions behind it, and what I hope it conveys. 💡 Bonus: Submit your poetry-related questions for a Q & A.
➡ Keep the Conversation Going: Dive deeper into my work and grab a copy of my books to explore more.
Join Me This National Poetry Month!
I can’t wait to share this journey with you. Whether you’re reading, writing, or simply soaking in the beauty of poetry, let’s make April a month to remember. Follow me, engage, and don’t forget to use #WriteWithWhitnee and #BetweenTheLines to join the celebration!
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