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Poetry workshop is the place you want to go to learn more about the art of writing, reading, and interpreting poetry. The workshop includes various hot topics like different types of poetry, how to use rhythm in your writing, and what all those different terms like assonance and alliteration mean.

Not only this but if you’re feeling bored, you can try out one of these lesser-known forms of poetry like Clerihew? This section has all you will ever need when it comes to learning about reading, writing, and even speaking poetry.

To discover new ways to improve your poetry with these simple tips or find new ways to get inspired, keep on reading.

Love Poems to Make Your Girlfriend Cry on Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2018Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Are you looking for Valentine’s Day poems to give your girlfriend? Then you’ve come to the right spot! In this article, we will take a look at some of the best love poems ever created to help you give your… Continue Reading →

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The Forgetten Poetry of Abraham Lincoln

February 12, 2018Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment
Abraham Lincoln

Did you know Abraham Lincoln was a poet? He may be best known for his Gettysburg Address and winning the Civil War, but he should be also remembered as an avid reader and amateur poet. Reading these poems is a… Continue Reading →

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The 10 Greatest Love Poems in History

July 2, 2016Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

The greatest love poems ever written is among one of the biggest controversies discussed by modern literature aficionados. What poem is the best? Which poet deserves the honor? Must the poet be among the most famous to be included on… Continue Reading →

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Comprehensive List of Poetry Types

June 30, 2016Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment
Types of Poems

Are you looking for new poetry types to try out? Everyone knows the most common types of poetry like haiku, sonnet, ballad, and free verse. But what about the others? In this article, you’ll discover a comprehensive list of different… Continue Reading →

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How to Write a Clerihew Poem

November 6, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

I have mentioned Clerihew a few times on this blog and I even made an entire theme of Bright Dreams Journal of the genre, but what exactly is it and what does it accomplish? Why Write a Clerihew? First and… Continue Reading →

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How to Understand Poetry

September 2, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment
Understand poetry

Understanding poetry is sometimes a difficult task, especially when you are new to trying to understand the deeper parts of literature. Not to mention, that when you are dealing with older poetry the more difficult it can be to uncover… Continue Reading →

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Using Hyperbole and Other Sensory Elements for Imagery in Poetry

August 26, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Over the past thirty years, poets have begun putting much emphasis on imagery. This is not to say imagery wasn’t important in the past, look at haiku’s popularity. Nonetheless, imagery has expanded so much that it virtually is the poem.… Continue Reading →

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Using Rhyme and Other Repetition in Poetry: Definitions and Purposes

August 20, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Poetry is an art form, which can be created in a wide variety of ways. Most poetry styles have a unique pattern, which must be followed strictly. However, there are some forms that aren’t as strict and allow some leeway… Continue Reading →

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Poetry Writing Rubric: Middle School to College

August 13, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Poetry is a great tool for every English classroom. Whether you are a middle school, high school, college, or even an ESL teacher, it is an amazing activity for your students to express themselves and show their inner creativity. Poetry… Continue Reading →

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How to Write a Poetry Analysis, Tips for Explicating a Poem

August 6, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Writing a poetry explication–a longer version of a poetry analysis–may sound like a difficult job, but it doesn’t have to be. As long as you explain the poem in detail following these simple steps, you shouldn’t have any great difficulty.… Continue Reading →

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Poetry /’poʊItri/ (n.)

Definition: A rhythmic composition used by a writer or speaker to display emotion.

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