About Friday Night Library

Friday Night Library is more than a magazine—it’s a haven for poets. Created to uplift bold, fresh voices, we are especially passionate about supporting self-published poets and those from marginalized or underrepresented communities.

Here, poetry isn’t just read—it’s honored. Whether you write free verse, sonnets, haiku, spoken word, or experimental work, Friday Night Library welcomes your voice.

Our biannual print magazine is a celebration of storytelling through verse, featuring poetry that moves, challenges, and connects. Each issue reflects the heart of our community—a space where expression, vulnerability, and craft come together.

Why I Started Friday Night Library

As a poet and lifelong lover of words, I wanted to create something that felt like home—especially for those of us telling stories in nontraditional ways. Friday Night Library was born out of a deep love for poetry and a desire to give writers a place to feel seen, appreciated, and celebrated.

What You’ll Find Here:

✨ A platform dedicated to showcasing powerful poetic voices

📖 A beautifully curated print magazine released twice a year

📬 Open calls for submissions welcoming new and established writers alike

Discover. Create. Connect.

Your voice matters here. Whether you’re submitting your work, reading the latest issue, or finding inspiration between the lines—Friday Night Library is your literary home.

With love,

I’onna Maudia

Founder, Friday Night Library