Michael Beadle
Michael Beadle
poet • author • writer-in-re​sidence
poet • author • writer-in-re​sidence
"Let the beauty we love be
what we do."
— Rumi
Being a writer means seeking out mystery, discovering beauty, sharing experiences, and wrestling with words to tell the truth about our lives simply and honestly.
As a poet, author and writer-in-residence, I enjoy many different styles of writing ranging from poetry and history to fiction and journalism. With 15 years of experience as a journalist and freelance writer, I've published more than 1,500 articles for newspapers and magazines throughout North Carolina and won several awards from the N.C. Press Association. Over the years as an arts reporter, I interviewed writers such as bestselling author David Sedaris and notable entertainers such as Doc Watson and Tony Award-winning actress Linda Lavin (star of the hit show Alice).
My poems have been included in numerous journals and anthologies including Broad River Review, North Carolina Literary Review, River Heron Review and Kakalak. I've published three children's poetry books, one full-length adult poetry collection, four poetry chapbooks, and three local history books. I've also co-written a comprehensive local history book and produced a CD of my original poems. ​My short fiction has been published in journals such as moonShine review, Apple Valley Review and BOMBFIRE. I'm also writing book reviews for the North Carolina Literary Review.
Working across the state of North Carolina, I've served as the statewide student poetry contest manager for the NC Poetry Society, guest editor and judge for various poetry and fiction contests, and emcee the annual Poetry Out Loud North Carolina state finals.
Since 1999, I've been performing and teaching poetry in schools, festivals and conferences throughout North Carolina. I teach writing workshops and residencies throughout the year and also perform poetry for schools, festivals, church and civic groups, and private parties.
Take a tour through this website and check out my schedule of upcoming events as well as sample writings and a list of the educational services I provide.