Atticus (poet)

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. "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. "10 Poets You Should Follow on Instagram Right Now". Teen Vogue. Retrieved 24 May 2019.
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