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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.

20 Poetry Topics with Over 100 Poetry Writing Prompts

August 2, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Sometimes we hit a brick-wall when brainstorming for our next poetry topic. When this happens, its good to hear another person’s idea of what to write about. These types of suggestions are often referred to as writing prompts (because they… Continue Reading →

Workshop poetry tips

Different Types of Rhythm in Poetry

July 30, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment
Rhythm

How do poets establish a rhythm in poetry? Poets use a variety of speech elements and patterns to establish a rhythm in poetry. Meter, feet, lines, stanzas, punctuation, and cadences are some of the most commonly used features in English… Continue Reading →

Workshop poetry rhythm

How to Read Poetry Out Loud: Tips for Reciting Poems

July 26, 2015Gary R. Hess

Are you looking for tips on how to read poetry out loud? You’ve come to the right place. Reciting poetry is an exciting yet difficult experience we all have to go through one time or another. Whether it is for… Continue Reading →

Workshop poems, poetry, rhythm

How to Write Poetry: 7 Steps for Beginners

July 23, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Are you new to writing poetry or do you simply wish to become a better writer? The steps outlined below are designed for beginners in mind. Be sure to follow the steps to the letter. Once you become a more… Continue Reading →

Workshop poetry tips

5 Obscure Poetry Forms You’ve Never Heard of but Should Try

July 16, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment

Are you looking for some new poetry forms to try? In this article, we will take a look at some uncommon and obscure poetry forms that you should take for a spin. I’ve been writing poetry for over fifteen years… Continue Reading →

Workshop poetry forms

18 Tips to Help You Write Better Poetry

July 9, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment
How to write better poetry

Every poet strives to be better. I’m no different. I continue to read poetry, refresh myself in the elements, and read tips from great authors as much as possible. During my free-time, I gathered some of the best tips I… Continue Reading →

Workshop poetry tips

Characteristics of Contemporary Poetry

July 4, 2015Gary R. Hess Leave a Comment
Contemporary Poets

You’ve probably heard the phrase contemporary poetry, but what does it mean and what characteristics does it have? In this article, we will look at the four different eras of poetry along with how to spot contemporary poetry using the… 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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