Welcome to 
A Unique Poetry Experience

ARLICE W. DAVENPORT, COTTONWOOD FALLS, KS

DANTE ALIGHERI, AUTHOR OF DIVINE COMEDY

Immerse yourself in the world of poetry with Poets at Work. Our unique approach to promoting the enjoyment of poetry sets us apart in Wichita, Kansas. Discover the beauty of language and the power of creative expression through the lens of award-winning  poet Arlice W. Davenport.

What Makess Poets at Work Work?

 We believe in the transformative nature of poetry. Arlice W. Davenport's distinctive style, characterized by long lines with full punctuation and capitalization restored, elevates the poetic experience. Dive deep into the metaphors, natural imagery, and metaphysics of possibility that define his work.

Explore Recommended Books

Delve into the rich history of poetry with our curated selection of recommended books. From classic poets like Shakespeare to contemporary voices, our collection offers a treasure trove of inspiration for aspiring poets and poetry enthusiasts. To write well, you need to read well.

On this page, we showcase The Collected Poems of Sylvia Plath, perhaps the foremost confessional poet of the '50s and '60s. Also, The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes, a mover and shaker and leading artistic light in the Harlem Renaissance in the early 20th century. And, finally, Life Studies by Robert Lowell, one of my favorite American poets and the academic muse of Plath and other Confessional Poets, such as Anne Sexton. With these three poets, you have an explosive critical mass of talent that determined the future of modern American poetry. Dig in!