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For: Expression Through Compression Poetry Contest

Sponsor: Nette Onclaud 

March 1, 2026
Raven

Raven Compression

What was its name
and why did it scare
that poet of dark fame
by tap tap taping in
the long spectral night,
was Poe fair game?
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Goldsmith Avatar
March 14, 2026 at 2:11 PM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your "Raven Compression" write. You told a wonderful story in a few words. What A Great Picture Here... Have a blessed day/weekend with your win...............
Achara Avatar
March 14, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Thank you.
Dietrich Avatar
March 14, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Poe made it famous! Love this, Chetta. Congrats on the winner list
Achara Avatar
March 14, 2026 at 11:57 AM
Thank you.
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