Double Horizon: An International Haiku Anthology

In late 2025, the Association Francophone de Haïku together with the journals l’estran and seashores released Double Horizon: an international haiku anthology. The editorial team, led by Jean Antonini and Gilles Fabre, also included Amanda Bell, Jean-Hughes Chevy and Françoise Saint-Pierre. The collection was published by The Fishing Cat Press in Dublin, Ireland. Double Horizon is a bilingual anthology… Read More Double Horizon: An International Haiku Anthology

July 17, 2026 gregorypiko

Stu Larsen: The Solitude Tour, 2026

Those who’ve been following this site will know that Australian singer-songwriter, Stu Larsen, embarked on a year of solitude in 2024; writing 12 new songs in 12 different locations around the world. Each of the locations was isolated with rustic accommodation lacking in modern conveniences. Stu has since been in the recording studio, leading to… Read More Stu Larsen: The Solitude Tour, 2026

July 11, 2026 gregorypiko

Neologism Poetry Journal

Neologism Poetry Journal is edited by Christopher Fields. A new issue of this US based journal appears online each month, presenting the work of American poets and writers from other countries. Neologism is always enjoyable to read. Christopher’s selections include a variety of styles and subject matter with the content always being accessible and engaging.… Read More Neologism Poetry Journal

June 12, 2026June 12, 2026 gregorypiko

8th Basho-an International English Haiku Competition

The Japanese haiku master, Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), moved to the outskirts of Tokyo in 1680. From that time forward, Basho took his name from the Japanese banana tree, or ‘basho’, planted in the yard of his rustic hut (known as Basho-an). It was here that Basho wrote many of his most famous works including his… Read More 8th Basho-an International English Haiku Competition

May 15, 2026 gregorypiko

National Cherry Festival Poetry Competition

The town of Young in New South Wales is well known for the production of cherries. Since 1949, Young has held a National Cherry Festival to coincide with each year’s harvest. Festival activities include a street parade, boutique markets, cultural activities and a fireworks display. For the past 43 years, the local branch of the… Read More National Cherry Festival Poetry Competition

April 7, 2026June 12, 2026 gregorypiko

Yass Valley Writers Anthology: Vol VI

Yass Valley Writers recently released a sixth collection of prose and poetry titled Voices from the Valley: An Anthology of Stories and Verse, Vol VI. The anthology features writing by 17 members of the group. A friendly and relaxed forum, the Yass Valley Writers group has now been meeting for 26 years. While based in… Read More Yass Valley Writers Anthology: Vol VI

March 17, 2026March 17, 2026 gregorypiko

There Are Rabbits Here

Each year, the New Zealand Poetry Society Te Rōpū Toikupu o Aotearoa conducts an international competition with categories for haiku and for longer poems. For the past 38 years, an anthology has been produced to showcase poetry from the competition. The 2025 anthology, titled There Are Rabbits Here, was edited by Amelia Kirkness and Jackson… Read More There Are Rabbits Here

February 20, 2026 gregorypiko

Presence Journal

The highly regarded print journal, Presence, publishes haiku, tanka, haibun and other short-form poetry. Based in the UK, the journal has established a strong international following over many years. Founded by Martin Lucas in 1996, Presence has benefited from a consistent editorial hand since its inception. Martin was editor until 2014, with Ian Storr being… Read More Presence Journal

January 27, 2026February 1, 2026 gregorypiko