between sleeps: the 3:15 experiment 1993-2005

For over a decade, a unique gathering of poets has come together each night in August, pushed by the curious experiment of the 3:15 wake-up call. Danika Dinsmore and Gwendolyn Alley explore the collective experience and transformative power of creativity that emerges from this nightly ritual. The anthology captures both the magic and the struggles of artists grappling with inspiration in the liminal space between dreams and waking reality.

Each year's collection offers a glimpse into the evolving themes and voices that resonate within the poetic community, creating a rich tapestry that celebrates the interplay between sleep and consciousness. Through their dedication to this unusual practice, the poets engage in a profound dialogue, revealing insights into the human experience that extend beyond mere words.

This work serves not only as a record of the experiment but also as an invitation for readers to contemplate their own moments of awakening, both literally and metaphorically. In its pages, the journey of creativity unfolds, bridging the gap between the night’s mystique and the dawn’s illumination.