Wendy E. Kaplan, left, and Antoinette Libro announce the publication of their anthology "First Wave" from the Beach Bards Reading Series at the Sea Isle City Library. (Photo Courtesy Doug Otto)
By DOUG OTTO
The Beach Bards Reading Series, sponsored by the Cape May County Library and hosted by the Sea Isle City Library Branch, announced that the publication of its first anthology, titled "First Wave," will be released in early December.
The anthology presents a variety of poetry and prose from distinguished and emerging writers, along with original artwork and photography. Approximately 50 contributors, who have participated in the Beach Bards Reading Series since its beginning in 2012, are showcased in the publication.
Co-coordinators and poets, Antoinette Libro and Wendy E. Kaplan, initiated the popular library literary program eight years ago. Meeting from June to September, each program offers two featured writers who read from their work, followed by an open microphone session, drawing participants from the audience.
The Sea Isle City branch of the county library is located at 48th Street and Central Avenue.
