Phillip Temples – Phil Temples

Doug Holder, co-founder of Bagel Bards, received this kind note from the U. Mass. Boston Archives Manager about my photograhpy book A Slice of The Bards:

Hi Doug,

I have received and accessioned A Slice of the Bards, adding it to SC-0256 The Cid Corman Boston Small Poetry Press Archive. Today I found myself taking time to browse through the publication, learning about the history of the Bagel Bards and enjoying the stunning photography.

Thanks to all of you for sharing your thoughts and insights about the group and your work which adds an additional human touch to The Cid Corman Boston Small Poetry Press Archive.

Regards,

Patty Bruttomesso

Archival Collections Project Manager

Posted on March 2, 2026

Short Stories

“Brains Over Brawn” Accepted by 10 By 10 Flash Fiction

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Ten By Ten Flash Fiction has accepted my flash story entitled “Brains Over Brawn” for publication in its next issue.

Posted on February 20, 2026Updated on February 20, 2026

Photography

B&W Photos Accepted by “Door Is A Jar Literary Magazine”

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Three of my photographs: Allston Illustrated, Anachronism, and Back Bay Alley have been accepted for publication in the summer 2026 issue of Door Is A Jar Literary Magazine. Yay me!

Posted on February 19, 2026

A Slice of the Bards

“A Slice of the Bards” Now Available on Lulu

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The new photo book, “A Slice of the Bards” featuring Bagel Bards members is now available for purchase on Lulu. In addition, Bards members will be able to purchase copies at a discount at the Saturday morning gatherings at Zing Cafe.

Posted on February 19, 2026Updated on February 20, 2026

Readings and Public Events

Walnut Street Cafe Open Mic Reading

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I read several of my micro stories from my upcoming story collection Luckenbach last night at the weekly Walnut Street Cafe Speak Up series open mic in Lynn, Massachusetts. I felt very welcomed by the group!

Phil Temples reading during the open mic portion. Photo courtesy Doug Holder

Posted on January 27, 2026Updated on January 27, 2026

A Slice of the Bards, Photography

“A Slice of the Bards” Coming Soon

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My photo book collection, “A Slice of the Bards” featuring my fellow Bards members is almost ready for publication. Thanks to Steve Glines and Wilderness House Press.

"A Slice of the Bards" Cover