A Platform Built for Poets
Stanza is the first social platform built specifically for poets and spoken word artists. Unlike general social networks where poetry is an afterthought, every feature on Stanza was designed with one question in mind: what do poets actually need?
Whether you write sonnets, free verse, haiku, or perform spoken word, Stanza gives you purpose-built tools to create, share, and connect with a community that cares about the craft.
Key Features
- Text & Spoken Word Composer — Two editor modes (Standard rich text and Advanced with line numbers), plus a built-in audio recorder with waveform visualization
- The Stage — A personalized feed with four tabs: For You, Following, Trending, and Explore
- Reactions: Cheers, Encores & Tomatoes — A nuanced system where Encores are scarce (5/month) to make them meaningful
- Inner Circles — Private literary groups for workshops, reading groups, and communities
- Structured Critiques — Go beyond simple comments with 9-10 scored dimensions like Imagery, Meter, and Voice
- Reading Lists — Curate collections of your favorite poems, poets, and more
- Multiple Profiles — Up to 3 personas per account for different writing styles
- 5-Tier Privacy — Control who sees your work: Public, Followers, Friends, Groups, or Private
- AI-Powered Search — Find poetry by keyword or meaning with semantic search
Community First
Stanza is free to use, with no ads and no algorithmic rage-bait. The platform exists to serve poets and the literary community. Your feed is tuned to surface great poetry, not to maximize engagement metrics.
Ready to get started? Create your account and publish your first poem in minutes.