Hello! I’m Imani Cezanne and after 15 years of teaching poetry, hundreds of paid readings, plenty of publications, and two World Poetry Slam Championships, I can help you transform your writing and strengthen your poetry practice.
YPANG is a virtual learning space for poets who want to write better poems. Think of it as a poetry home base.
Join us if:
✅ You want to study poetry with structure, standards and community
✅ You’re new to poetry and want a clear place to start
✅ You’re an experienced poet looking to hone your craft
✅ You're applying for MFAs, grants or fellowships
✅ You want essential skills without institutional barriers
This is not a workshop! It’s an asynchronous space you can return to at your own pace.
Inside you’ll find:
👩🏾🏫 Expertise! Professional guidance for every stage of your journey.
📝 Study tools! Monthly craft theme including poems, essays and prompts.
🌇 Curated community! Share goals and discuss new ideas with like-minded writers.
📰 Free access to YPANG Newsletter!