Atticus (poet)

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Atticus is an anonymous Canadian poet. His books The Dark Between Stars and The Truth About Magic became New York Times Best Sellers.[1] He writes poems incorporating themes of love, relationships, and adventure.

Atticus cites a wide array of artists and writers as influences, including numerous poets, musicians, and public figures from the mid-twentieth century, such as Jack Kerouac, Ernest Hemingway, Mary Oliver, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Monet, Bob Dylan, Robert Frost, Frank Sinatra, Chet Baker, and Steve McQueen.

Personal life[]

Atticus began sharing poetry online in 2013 after becoming friends with the American actor and poet, Michael Madsen.[2]

He works with the nonprofit To Write Love On Her Arms in support of mental health services and awareness.[3]

Career[]

He wears a mask during readings and book signings.[4]

Karlie Kloss, Alicia Keys, Emma Roberts, The Chainsmokers, Maroon 5, Rachel Bilson, and Cody Simpson have quoted his works.[5]

Influences[]

Atticus cites his inspiration from his favorite writers: Walt Whitman, Charles Bukowski, Jack Kerouac, Lord Byron, Sylvia Plath, and Maya Angelou.[6]

Publications[]

The Dark Between Stars is a New York Times bestseller. It has been translated into 14 languages including German, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese.[7]

The Truth About Magic was released September 10, 2019.[8]

Love Her Wild is a National and International bestselling book. It has been translated into 14 languages including; German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese.[9]

Awards and recognition[]

In 2016 Atticus was named the #1 Poet To Follow by Teen Vogue.[10]

See also[]

References[]

  1. ^ "Paperback Trade Fiction Books - Best Sellers - September 23, 2018 - The New York Times". The New York Times. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
  2. ^ "An unmasked meeting with Instagram poet Atticus". quillandquire.com. 1 November 2018. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
  3. ^ "To Write Love On Her Arms". www.facebook.com.
  4. ^ "Meet Atticus, the Instagram poet who never takes off his mask". America Magazine. 21 September 2018. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
  5. ^ "Atticus Poetry Interview: We Talk Instagram and 'Love Her Wild' - FLARE". www.flare.com. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
  6. ^ Nast, Condé. "The Guy Behind Your Favorite Instagram Poems Explains Why He's Anonymous". Teen Vogue. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
  7. ^ "Paperback Trade Fiction Books - Best Sellers - The New York Times". The New York Times. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
  8. ^ "Paperback Trade Fiction Books - Best Sellers - the New York Times". The New York Times.
  9. ^ "This Week's Bestsellers: July 24, 2017". PublishersWeekly.com.
  10. ^ Nast, Condé. "10 Poets You Should Follow on Instagram Right Now". Teen Vogue. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
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