In this episode of My Life with Poetry, we sit down with Per Bergström, the founder and publisher of the Malmö-based imprint Rámus Förlag, a small but highly influential Swedish press dedicated to poetry and international literature. Per shares how he began his journey as a publisher with Rámus, the challenges of running a poetry press, and his deep commitment to bringing translated voices into conversation. He offers valuable advice for emerging poets, encouraging them to stay peristant, take creative risks and find courage in vulnerability. Per also discusses the vital role of literary criticism – how thoughtful reviews and critical engagement can help support the careers of young writers.
