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Kasen at THF

Posted on March 28, 2014 by sandra

For anyone feeling renku withdrawal symptoms, a kasen has started at The Haiku Foundation. The Pilgrims’ Stride is being led by John Stevenson.

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John Carley, RIP

Posted on January 2, 2014 by sandra

Dear Friend I am very sorry to have to tell you that John died yesterday [January 1]. As you probably know he had been very very ill for four years. He dealt with his pain with tremendous courage and dignity. … Continue reading →

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Einbond win for Snail team

Posted on October 8, 2013 by sandra

Very pleased to share that a nuijin linked verse – Early Morning Heat – written on the Issa’s Snail website has been placed First in the 2013 Einbond competition run by the Haiku Society of America. The 20-verse poem was … Continue reading →

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A ‘New Junicho’ at Another Lost Shark – Open Now

Posted on April 13, 2013 by ashleycapes

Greetings Snailers and wanderers alike! Just letting you know that Graham Nunn is hosting a ‘New Junicho’ at his blog, Another Lost Shark, and has opened submissions – all are welcome – so jump over and submit a verse! (There … Continue reading →

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Breath by Sandra Simpson

Posted on January 27, 2012 by ashleycapes

I recently received some fantastic news – Sandra Simpson’s collection of haiku breath has just been released! For details other then the hints I’ve taken from Sandra’s site below, just click on the link above breath is the realisation of … Continue reading →

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Year of the Rabbit – A Winter Junicho

Posted on December 24, 2011 by ashleycapes

Our Winter Junicho is finally complete! (or very damn close) Have a look here A new Renku will open up in the near year. Check out the Schedule page to see who’s already signed up and add your name!

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2011’s Fourth Renku is Up Soon!

Posted on August 12, 2011 by ashleycapes

Keep an eye on the site, a new renku is about to begin. Led by the wonderful NZ poet Sandra Simpson (many of you will know her and her work from haiku and renku circles) it’s going to be a … Continue reading →

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Cities of Green Leaves Ginko no Kukai

Posted on May 6, 2011 by ashleycapes

Poetry Park – Phalen Lake As a blogger inspired initiative to honor the spirit and sacrifices of the people in Japan’s stricken Tohoku region, we are pleased to announce Cities of Green Leaves Ginko-no-Kukai May 14 and 15, 2011 We … Continue reading →

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A New Style of Junicho

Posted on February 26, 2011 by ashleycapes

At the link provided is information on a new style of Junicho that I have been working on with John Carley. Thanks to his most excellent input, it’s ready to trial and we’d love to do so here. John will … Continue reading →

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Ocean Hearted Flood Relief Project

Posted on January 12, 2011 by ashleycapes

Hi Snailers. Things are so far beyond tough in Queensland (Australia) at the moment that it’s terrifying, but I wanted to alert your attention to something Queensland poet and fellow Snailer Graham Nunn is doing at his site, the Ocean … Continue reading →

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