R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 18/08/2026I posted a new poem on my blog yesterday. Just a quick little thing that came to me after waking from a poetry dream and promptly forgetting the words. 😅 100
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 29/06/2026Another day, another set of poems declined for submission. That’s the way it goes. But, I turned around and submitted one again. 🤞 000
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 23/06/2026Changing my book’s trim size in Ingram after it has been published: ✅ Changing my book’s trim size in KDP after it has been published: 🚫 you cannot change the trim size once your book has been published. 😑 Cool. 010
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetLarry Houston @larrytoons54.bsky.social · 15/06/2026It's that simple. 473652818
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 15/06/2026Hearing black-capped chickadees, white-breasted nuthatches, and tufted titmice outside my window and I’m all 🥰☺️🥰☺️🥰 020
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 15/06/2026Recently, I wrote a poem about grief and I really love how it turned out. It is one of the poems I submitted for publication today. I can’t wait to share it! 000
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 15/06/2026I’m excited and anxious that I finally submitted some poems for publication this year. I keep putting it off and today I said, let’s do this! 000
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 15/06/2026I’ve been neglecting this app. It’s like I can only handle using one social media platform. Should remember that when I post on Threads, I should also post on here. 110
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 23/03/2026I'm attending Equality Michigan's event, “State of LGBTQ+ and Trans Equality in Michigan” - sign up now to join me! #HateWontWin www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/e...mobilize.usState of LGBTQ+ and Trans Equality in Michigan · Equality MichiganJoin us for a conversation on the state of LGBTQ+ and trans equality in Michigan in 2026 and beyond. This conversation will be guided by Equality Michigan Action Network's own senior director of mov... 000
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 03/03/2026A new poem. This is for all the children and victims of war and other atrocities caused by weak men. 100
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 25/01/2026I wrote another poem in response to another government funded murder. May Alex Pretti rest in peace. rwilliamparmenter.com/gaslit-by-th...rwilliamparmenter.comGaslit By The Government - R. William Parmenter | Author | Poet | Artist“DHS: Man fatally shot ‘violently resisted’ attempts to be disarmed.” Source: CNN 030
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 24/01/2026I’m already seeing the comments: well, he shouldn’t have resisted… Well, intruding on a federal investigation… Well, this. Well, that. Well, STFU. All those excuses don’t give these trigger happy goons the right to execute people. This insanity needs to stop. 040
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 22/01/2026I’m starting light therapy. Let’s hope this works. 020
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetMalachy Moran @malformed-poetry.bsky.social · 13/01/2026Today I want to tell you about a #poet, novelist, and #dissident. Irina Ratushinskaya was born in Odessa, Ukraine in 1954 and studied physics. In 1980, Ratushinskaya began to protest the Soviet Union’s human rights violations and began publishing her anti-regime poems in journals. 1142
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 12/01/2026There’s a new poem up on my blog. It is in response to the murder of Renee Good, the injustices happening all around, and how I tend to get quiet when I’m angry. Thank you for checking it out. rwilliamparmenter.com/quiet-anger/rwilliamparmenter.comQuiet Anger - R. William Parmenter | Author | Poet | ArtistOften, during times like these, I feel like I don't say or do enough to speak out about crimes against humanity. Often, I'm left dumbfounded. Mostly, I'm too angry, and when I get angry, I tend to sta... 010
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 23/11/2025After months of not writing, I finally wrote a poem inspired by a recent snowfall. It is up on my website. Give it a read if you like! rwilliamparmenter.com/first-snow/rwilliamparmenter.comFirst Snow - R. William Parmenter | Author | Poet | ArtistA poem about the first snow and the excitement it brings. 000
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 21/11/2025If you find yourself in Brighton, Michigan, there’s a lovely little place called 2 Dandelions Bookshop you should visit. There’s a signed copy of my debut poetry book in there. 😉 010
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 28/07/2025I really like my website! One day, I hope to sell my books and art directly from it. For now, sign up for my newsletter to receive updates, poetry, longer posts, and (eventually) see my art. Check it out. ⤵️ rwilliamparmenter.com 000
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetLucy A. McLaren @lucyamclaren.bsky.social · 19/07/2025Tropes for my upcoming gothic fantasy book, Echoes of the EtherStone. 🕯️ Gothic/gaslamp vibes 🕯️ Jack the Ripper inspired 🕯️ Fighting religious & social oppression 🕯️ Found family 🕯️ Murder mystery 🕯️ Arranged marriage Coming October—pre-0rder now, 🔗 in bio. #gothicfantasy #fantasybooks #BookSky 293
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetJaye Pool @jayepool.bsky.social · 19/07/2025Cincy Bookskyers — looking for something to do today? Check out Artisan Alley at OTR Stillhouse from 11-4! Paperback copies of Make Me Free and To Die Is Gain will be available at event sale pricing, and I’ll be there to sign copies and chat! 📚💙 #ArtisanAlley #buylocal513 #OTRstillhouse #Cincinnati 031
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetRook Killjoy (dirtyhands the ninth) @foxrook.bsky.social · 19/07/2025Happy Saturday! We are at $125/$775 for rent due the 1st! Only $650 to go! TYSM! I have been unable to work due to asthma complications & trying to get in to see a pulmonologist. Please help this disabled queer trans person stay housed? 💕💸 #MutuaAid paypal.me/rookkilljoy C/V: foxrookgofund.meDonate to Help disabled queer gigworker survive and stay housed, organized by Brandi Michelle BurnettHi everyone! I wanted to make a proper update to explain that… Brandi Michelle Burnett needs your support for Help disabled queer gigworker survive and stay housed 098
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 14/07/2025I’m sad to have learned that poet Andrea Gibson passed away. They were an amazing human and a wonderful writer. May they rest in peace. 💜 020
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 28/06/2025Have a look! I was interviewed by Oatleaf Poetry Magazine! 020
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 25/06/2025I’m excited to have won this month’s competition with Oatleaf Poetry Magazine! This month’s theme was “out-of-body.” Give it a read and follow Oatleaf for more great poetry: www.oatleafpoetry.com/2025/06/you-...oatleafpoetry.comYou Ground Me by R William ParmenterEditor's Note: Congratulations to R William Parmenter for winning this month's competition. The theme for June was "out-of-body" and this pi... 240
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 11/06/2025When I’m looking at publications to submit to, and I read some of the poems they’ve published, and I start to doubt myself… ✋Imposter Syndrome🤚 p.s. I submit anyway. 000
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 08/06/2025Trying to buy a house has been… fun. Between that and client work, I managed to write some poems. AND I’ve submitted a few so far! Even if they aren’t accepted, it’s exciting to get my work out there. 030
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 11/05/2025My book has been out in the world for five months! This poem is a selection from the book. As you may guess, it is about a typical day where I dissociate from everything around me. I’m floating through the world, not really attached to my body, and watching everything as if I’m watching TV. 120
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 02/05/2025It’s Mental Health Awareness Month! I’m keeping my poetry book marked down all month. Between The Dark and The Light is a collection of poems reflecting on living life with bipolar disorder, ADHD, depression, and anxiety. ⤵️ 100
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetHannah Danielle 📚🌈 @hannahdanielle.bsky.social · 23/04/2025Hi! I am trying to drop this everywhere I can. My family needs help gofund.me/0aa08df8gofund.meDonate to Funeral and guardianship legal fees, organized by Hannah DanielleWe are in need of help gathering funds for the end of life expenses for my mother,… Hannah Danielle needs your support for Funeral and guardianship legal fees 011
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetHannah Danielle 📚🌈 @hannahdanielle.bsky.social · 28/04/2025A peek of one of the many pieces of art you can get with these exclusive sprayed edge paperbacks when my Kickstarter launches on 5/9! Pre-save with the link in my bio now! 011
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 28/04/2025Hey, look! I was interviewed! You can find out a bit more about me and my writing process if you like. open.substack.com/pub/indieboo...open.substack.comSpotlight: Raw Emotional Reflections Poet R. William Parmenter.This week’s spotlight features a Poet who uses few words to impart much meaning in every line. 020
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 24/04/2025I have a new poem up on my blog. Give it a read if you like! If you like my work, sign up for my newsletter and receive updates when I publish new poems, information about upcoming books, art (eventually), and all the good things. rwilliamparmenter.com/each-place-a...rwilliamparmenter.comEach Place, A Home - R. William Parmenter | Author | Poet | ArtistThis poem came to me while we were driving across the country. Since we were moving back to our childhood state and homes, I had a lot of that on my mind. For many people like myself, a place you grow... 010
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 14/04/2025Books, check ‘em out! Books, check ‘em out! IYKYK It’s National Poetry Month! A great way to celebrate is to support and read indie poets, such as myself! Check it out ⬇️ 100
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 11/04/2025One day to go! Join us for PoetryPalooza 2025, a massive indie poetry sale happening April 12–14! Over three days, poets will be offering their work for just $0.99–$1.99 to help you discover new favorites, build your collection, and support independent artists. 110
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 07/04/2025Hey, guess what? PoetryPalooza starts in like 5 days! How cool! It will be an awesome way to find new poets, get new favorite poems, and increase that TBR list! More info ⤵️ 110
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 31/03/2025It's International Transgender Day of Visibility. Trans Rights are Human Rights! To all of my trans friends and loved ones: I love you and I will never stop fighting for your right to exist and live peaceful, fulfilling lives! 🏳️⚧️ 031
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetMatt Cesca (SFF Author) @authormattcesca.bsky.social · 26/03/2025April 1st isn’t that far away! Sign up on my website for updates so you don’t miss the cover reveal and more! Linktree in bio! 144
R William Parmenter, Poet @rwilliamparmenter.com · 24/03/2025📣 Mark your calendars! PoetryPalooza 2025 is coming April 12–14! Get indie poetry eBooks for $0.99–$1.99 + enter to win a $15 Bookshop.org gift card! 🛒 More info: www.vwpublishing.com/poetrypalooza #NationalPoetryMonth 054
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetV. Walker | Poet | Author @vwalker-author.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Hey #poetry lovers - don’t forget to sign up for an email reminder of when the PoetryPalooza Sale starts! (April 12 to 14th) There’s going to be dozens of poetry #books discounted! Signing up for an email reminders gets you an entry for a $15 Bookshop.org gift card! Link in bio! 045
Reposted by R William Parmenter, PoetV. Walker | Poet | Author @vwalker-author.bsky.social · 20/03/2025Check out this interview with Poet, Writer, Mother and Amazing Human Boo! #poet #interview #writeropen.substack.comPoet Interview: Boo PfeifferWelcome back to our third interview - I'm excited to discuss poetry and process with Boo Pfeiffer - an underrated poet I've enjoyed getting to know here on Substack! 011