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A poetry journal for those looking to improve their art
Nourish your poetic soul with this instructive and inspiring journal. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking ways to expand your skills, How to Write Poetry is a poetry journal designed to nurture creativity and deepen your understanding of this age-old literary tradition.
Discover lessons on everything from crafting evocative imagery to exploring the nuances of rhythm and meter―all while immersing yourself in related readings that reinforce your connection to the instruction. Put your knowledge into practice with dozens of original, enriching prompts meant to jump-start a ritual of poetry writing. No matter where you are on your journey, this poetry journal will help you unleash your artistic voice.
This how-to poetry journal helps teach with:
A poetic primer―Go from basic to more advanced techniques with descriptive instructions that provide comprehensive guidance.Practice makes perfect―Hone your skills with thought-provoking prompts and blank pages that encourage you to try what you’ve learned.Finishing touches―This poetry journal contains expert advice for revising your poems, as well as a list of respected publications you can submit your completed works to.
Expand your knowledge and broaden your skills with a poetry journal that teaches you how to find your voice and share your passion.
From the Publisher
Master essential elements of poetry, including:
The power of poetry lies more in its verbs and nouns than in its adjectives. Too many adjectives add bulk and murkiness, like mixing too many paint colors and ending up with brown. The more specific a noun can be, the fewer adjectives you need to describe it. Also, try prioritizing strong, active verbs that convey motion. For instance, notice how the tone and information change when you take the sentence “I go to the bank” and replace the verb “go” with more active verbs like “run,” “trudge,” or even “skip.”
Imagery can be literal or figurative; that is, it can consist of literal, descriptive phrases, such as “his eyes were dark green;” or it may rely on something figurative, like metaphor, to create its imagery: “his eyes were a pair of dark gems.” Despite the connotation of the word imagery, images need not be visual. They can involve any of the five senses. As the Romantic poet John Keats advised, “be more of an artist, and load every rift of your subject with ore,” which means don’t miss opportunities to use as much imagery and detail as possible.
Today, most of the poetry we read and write can be categorized as lyric poetry because it is generally shorter, personal, and invested in emotional expression. “Lyric” takes its name from the lyre, an instrument dating from antiquity that was often played to accompany recited poetry. While all poems contain musical qualities—such as cadence, repetition, or refrain (a repeated line or phrase)—these elements are especially important when writing poetry with lyrical intent.
Publisher : Callisto (April 7, 2020)
Language : English
Paperback : 180 pages
ISBN-10 : 1646117972
ISBN-13 : 978-1646117970
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.83 x 0.44 x 8.27 inches