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One great poem to read today: Carson Jordan’s “Permiso”
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One great poem to read today: Carson Jordan’s “Permiso”

Literary Hub·Oliver Scialdone April 22, 2026·about 1 month ago
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This April marks the 30th iteration of National Poetry Month , which was launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996. To celebrate, the Literary Hub staff will be recommending one great poem to read every (work) day of the month. We make no claim (except when we do) that these poems are the “best” poems in any category; they are simply poems we love. The only other thing they all have in common is that they are available to read for free online, so you can enjoy them along with us. The internet is still good for some things, after all. Today we recommend: Carson Jordan’s “Permiso” When Carson Jordan writes about god, she means it like gesturing with both hands outstretched to draw attention to the things in front of you and above you and millions of miles away. Her concept of god finds subjects of worship in objects, beloveds, emotions, the passage of time. In this sense, “Permiso” is a god poem. I live for words and images I don’t expect, and Carson never disappoints on that front.…

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