Part of The Poetry Society of New York's Weekly Virtual Workshop Series.With poet Bernadette McComish!How do we make sex sexy? Let’s come together in a world where the boundaries of desire and language dissolve, inspired by the sensual lyricism of e.e. cummings, the raw intimacy of Leonard Cohen, the quiet sensuality of Mary Ruefle, and the commanding passion of Carol Ann Duffy. Our generative workshop invites you to witness the art of writing erotic poetry that is both bold and tender, evocative yet restrained. Through guided exercises and close readings we will delve into the power of metaphor, rhythm, and imagery to express the complexities of intimacy, longing, and connection. Together, we’ll experiment with tone, from playful and coy to raw and confessional, and balance vulnerability with artistry, creating poetry that resonates deeply with readers and listeners. Come prepared to read, write, and explore the language of desire in a space that celebrates curiosity, courage, and connection.About the Instructor: Born during a blizzard in New York, Bernadette McComish is a poet, educator, and self-proclaimed poetry oracle, gifted with premonition and manifestation. Bernadette holds an M.F.A. from Sarah Lawrence College and an M.A. in TESOL from Hunter College. Her poetry has been nominated for The Pushcart Prize and published in notable journals such as The Cortland Review, Deluge, Bowery Gothic, Indolent, For Women Who Roar, Slipstream, Storyscape, Flypaper Magazine, Waxing and Waning, Persephone’s Daughter, Peregrine, The Los Angeles Press, Rising Phoenix, Reality Beach, Deluge, Minyan Magazine, and Kali’s Moksha, among others. Her accolades include being a finalist for the New Millennium Writers 41st Poetry Prize, the C.D. Wright Prize, and the Joy Harjo Prize. In 2022, she won the Kali’s Moksha Prize in Poetry. She is the author of two chapbooks: The Book of Johns (Dancing Girls Press, 2018) and Florence Nightingale’s Lost Log (Lily Poetry Review, 2021). Her full collection, Prophets of Los Angeles was released in 2024 from the Los Angeles Press. Currently, Bernadette teaches high school in Los Angeles, produces the renowned Poetry Brothel Los Angeles, and serves as the immersive events manager at The Poetry Society of New York.* *This workshop will take place on Zoom.**