In a digital environment where we often feel overwhelmed by the constant noise of notifications, an initiative has emerged that seeks to bring some calm and order. It's called the proposal entitled 'Three authors, 3 poems'A project that has been gaining momentum since last February. Conceived by José Carlos Casado from Córdoba and Alba María Millán from Valencia, this space has become a haven for literature lovers seeking more than just endless scrolling on their screens.
The idea is not just to publish for the sake of publishing, but to establish a real bridge between traditional verses and new platforms Through communication, these two writers have used specific profiles on social media to ensure that poetry doesn't remain hidden away, inviting the community to participate and share content with a distinctly high standard. Essentially, it's a way to democratize reading without sacrificing the literary rigor that any work of art deserves.
A different approach to digital chaos
The birth of this project was not the result of a fleeting inspiration, but rather of a rather serious reflection on the strange state of writing today. According to Casado, the current problem is not a lack of authors, but rather that Hyperconnectivity has generated an excess of content which sometimes prevents us from seeing the forest for the trees. With so much unfiltered self-publishing, the reader can end up a little overwhelmed, and that's where this project comes in, acting as a spotlight that illuminates what really matters.
Casado and Millán's intention is not to fight with Instagram's algorithms, but to get them to poetry knows how to engage in dialogue with social media organically. By offering only three selected poems each month, they allow the public to savor each word at their leisure. This simplicity is what has allowed the project to be so well received, accumulating thousands of views and sparking the interest of many writers who want to be part of this cultural movement.
The dialogue between lyric poetry and other artistic disciplines
What truly makes this initiative special is that the verses don't come alone. In each installment, a search has been made for... the collaboration of artists from other disciplines to enrich the visual experience. It's not just about reading, but about contemplation. Figures such as photographer Carlos Lance, designer David Bravo, and watercolorist Juan Lhara have contributed their works to the project, creating a much more immersive and engaging atmosphere for the digital viewer.
This constant exchange has allowed names like Rafael Reyes Quintero and illustrator David Navarro Bravo to join a literary network that grows month by month. The initiative has demonstrated that Art doesn't have to be compartmentalizedAnd a good poem can shine twice as brightly when accompanied by a photograph or painting that shares its spirit. It's a very natural way to expand the reach of literature to other audiences who might not otherwise pick up a conventional book of poems.
A look at the themes and authors of the cycle
Over these months, the project has explored different thematic universes, always with three distinct voices on each occasion. From the most floral love to the shadows in the mirror, The variety of participating poets has been impressiveFeaturing names like Yojander Peña, Ángela de la Fuente, Goyo Silvestre, and Mar Vilalta, among many others, each installment has been a new world, meticulously crafted with care that is evident in every post and has kept the audience eagerly awaiting the next update.
- February: It opened with 'Flores son amores', featuring poems by Alba María Millán, José Carlos Casado and Yojander Peña.
- March and April: They explored 'The form you are not' and 'The shadow of the mirror', with the participation of Daniel López, Pedro Galván and David Solera.
- May and June: The cycle has closed with 'De silencios mordidos' and 'Todos los lugares', adding texts by Elena Martín, Guadalupe Esquinas or Jonatan Jorge Guille.
All this literary effort will have its great moment of physical encounter. next October 3rd in MadridSpecifically, at the Enclave bookstore. There, a recital will be held to close this first stage of 'Three Authors, Three Poems,' bringing the protagonists together and allowing the verses to leap from the screen into the live performance. It confirms that this initiative has succeeded in creating a a strong community centered around the beauty of wordsoffering a quality and relaxed alternative amidst the daily hustle and bustle of the Internet.
