William May

09/21/2026

Good writing doesn’t just need praise; it needs honest critique.

In Episode #19 of Argh, Not Another Podcast, William May and Ryan James Dailey talk about the role feedback can play in helping writers push their work further, see what isn’t working, and keep improving.

🎙️ Listen to the full episode 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/1uoHgyPluZSg92Qh8qRGqI?si=1b3031fe226e4aba

09/17/2026

What if a poem doesn’t end when you finish reading it?

In her review for Modern Mystery, Jane Lambert explores the distinctive structure at the heart of my chapbook, Blaze without Burning; each early poem is paired with a later counterpart, creating a “twin poem” that invites the reader to return, reconsider, and see meaning from a different angle.

Rather than repetition, the result is reinterpretation: memory, language, emotion, and identity shifting as the poems speak to one another across the collection.

As Lambert writes, Blaze without Burning is “less about arriving at meaning than about learning how meaning continues to shift after arrival.”

Read the full review on Modern Mystery: https://modernmysteryblog.com/2026/04/13/william-may-and-the-art-of-the-twinned-poem-in-blaze-without-burning/

09/10/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 📚

Come meet William May, poet, author, and host of Argh, Not Another Podcast, at Word Bookstore in Brooklyn for a special poetry panel.

With special guests... to be announced!

Come hear William and his guests share their poetry, creative journeys, and the stories behind their collections.

📅 Tuesday, October 20 | 7 PM
📍 Word Bookstore | 126 Franklin St, Brooklyn

“A striking collection that pushes the boundaries of poetic form and meaning.” by Chris Adams, Vocal, on Blaze without Burning

WORD Brooklyn

08/07/2026

Words can inform.

But the right words can transform.

In this excerpt from Culture Buzz, I explore the surprising connection between poetry and leadership. While poetry isn't written to lead movements, it teaches us something every great leader understands: language has the power to inspire, unite, and change people from the inside out.

Which speech, poem, or quote has had a lasting impact on your life? Share it in the comments.

08/05/2026

Tonight I Saw The Moon Again (Page 7)*
By William May

You are the cloud
that covers the moon,
but I will be the wind,
the light, space
between land and sky,
I will be what surrounds
you. You will block
what can be seen, but
your screen cannot be
between us.

*The poem is from my poetry collection called 'Blaze without Burning' published by Finishing Line Press in 2025

07/24/2026

The Power of Rejection in Writing ✍️

Every writer knows the feeling. The email. The submission. The wait. The rejection. But what if rejection isn't a sign to stop; it's proof that you're showing up?

In this clip from our conversation with Ryan Dailey, we talk about embracing rejection as part of the creative process. Every "no" is another step toward growth, resilience, and eventually, the "yes" you've been working for.

And just as important? Finding a community that shares feedback, celebrates wins, and reminds you that you're not doing this alone.

How many rejections have helped shape your journey? Let us know in the comments. 👇

🎧 Listen to the full episode through the link in our bio.

07/16/2026

07/01/2026

🎙️ Episode 19 of Argh! Not Another Podcast is now live.

Before today's conversation begins, William shares the heartbreaking news of the sudden passing of his younger brother, Eugene Harris May.

In the days since his passing, William has been reminded of something extraordinary: the incredible community Eugene built throughout his life. The people he supported, encouraged, and connected have now surrounded William and his family with that same love in return.

That's what makes this week's conversation especially meaningful.

William sits down with speculative fiction writer, editor, and publishing professional Ryan Dailey to explore what it really means to build a writing community—one where people feel safe to share their work, give thoughtful feedback, grow creatively, and support one another.

🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/argh-ep19

06/26/2026

My intention as a poet is not so much to communicate an idea or express my feelings, but to use language as a tool for building an experience...

Poetry isn't just something to read—it's something to experience.

Read the full interview:
https://ocebook.com/story/896275/blaze-without-burning-william-may-on-poetry-pressure-and-the-art-of-endurance

05/22/2026

Writers are being targeted more than ever by increasingly sophisticated scams — from fake publicity offers to “too good to be true” promo schemes landing straight in our inboxes.

In this episode, I speak with Victoria Strauss, co-founder of Beware, about how to spot red flags, protect your work, and navigate today’s publishing landscape with clarity and caution.

Even if you’re not a writer, the conversation is eye-opening, practical, and deeply relevant.

🎧 Listen now (link in bio): https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XYcreCapAOZG6HnBfwNeX?si=b6696d6cd977445e