Write a poem using Skeltonic Verse
Today is a good day to rhyme. It’s a glorious Sunday afternoon (sorry I didn’t get to this sooner) and…
How to Write Syllabic Verse
There are many types of poetic meters and forms. One of the most straightforward is syllabic verse. Syllabic verse sets…
Improving your imagery
Earlier, we discussed specificity and description, and poetry. Here are a few more thoughts on the subject of what makes a good…
Rhythm and Stress
By Gwyneth Box English is by nature a rhythmic language: there is rhythm in all spoken English, whether poetry, prose…
A quick guide to acrostic poetry
The acrostic poetry form is fun and easy to learn. For this reason it is very popular in elementary and…
Writing Prompts #13
I am in the hospital and heavily medicated this week, so please excuse the formatting and any typos. Writing Skill…
Write a poem that follows the three rules of the imagists
The Imagism Movement For the past week or so we have been discussing meter and rhythm as a framework for…
How to Write an Elegy
Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him, Horatio; a fellow of infinite jest, of most excellent fancy; he hath borne me…
The poem is in the details
You need more than a big point Many poets choose to write poetry for political, social, or philosophical reasons. These…
Four Ways to Publish Your Poetry
There are four general options for publishing a collection of poetry: Web Publishing Subsidized Publishing Self Publishing Traditional Publishing Each…