Prisoner Express News & Updates

Theme Anthologies: January through May 2026

The “theme” program is the heart of Prisoner Express. Please join us in reading and enjoying word and picture theme essays, stories (and poems!) from January through May 2026 deadlines. Keep an eye out for future editions in separate blog posts. Vol. 20 Issue #5 (May 26) Themes Packet April 2026 Themes Packet March 2026…

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Prisoner Express Newsletter – Summer/Fall 2026

Our Summer/Fall 2026 Newsletter is now published and available for reading! Inside, you’ll find information about our upcoming program offerings and samples of PE participants’ poetry, essays, and artwork, as well as notes from Prisoner Express staff and volunteers. Download the Summer/Fall 2026 PE Newsletter here!  

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Poetry Anthology #33

The 33rd volume of our Prisoner Express Poetry Anthology is now available to read online! Download the Prisoner Express Poetry Anthology Vol 33 here. [PDF] We constantly receive, read, and respond to poetry submissions from the prisoners in our program. It is always a pleasure to appreciate and enjoy the creativity of these talented poets….

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Prisoner Express Packets – Spring 2026

Prisoner Express Spring 2026 Packets have been sent to participants and are also available here as PDFs for anyone who would like to read or share them! Art and Music Packet – Spring 2026 Creative Writing Packet – Spring 2026 Developing Your Mind and Body Packet – Spring 2026 Figuring Things Out Packet – Spring…

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Prisoner Express Newsletter – Winter 2026

Our Winter 2026 Newsletter is now published and available for reading! Inside, you’ll find information about our upcoming program offerings and samples of PE participants’ poetry, essays, and artwork, as well as notes from Prisoner Express staff and volunteers. Download the PE Winter 26 Newsletter PDF here!  

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