Poetic devices, techniques, gimmicks – whatever you want to call them, there are “tricks” that make poems “work.” Below is a glossary of poetic devices. Why not use them to systematically produce more interesting poems? For examples of how to do this, and how to eliminate writer’s block, be sure to also check out the … Read more
By Steve Gillman I sit in the leaves by the stream Dark water enters the pond I hear the wind in leafless trees Notice the geese are all goneThe sky is a cold, gray blanket It carries he promise of snow The world is going to sleep again, So why do I feel at home? … Read more
by Sheryl Joy P. Olaño First things first. What is Poetry? Poetry, as what I learned in my literature class, is a timeless and creative expression of beauty, humanity and reality. It is a language of the heart to the heart. It is a union of heart and mind. Writing poetry is like dressing up … Read more
by Associated ContentWriter’s block is something most writers have to deal with at one time or another. It can be quite daunting staring at a blank piece of paper or a blank computer screen, not knowing what to say. Presented here are seven methods for overcoming writer’s block that will help you to get unstuck … Read more
By Steve Gillman There was a silence in the crashing waves in the swaying trees, in the wind tearing at my jacket. I sat in the rocks with my belly full of berries, watching seagulls in the cliffs watching rainbows in the spray. There was a stillness in all this movement, in this screaming beauty, … Read more
Part OneHave you ever stared at the paper, waiting for poetic inspiration to strike? Well, stop waiting and start using systematic techniques for creating poetry. Don’t worry if it seems too mechanical or artificial at first. The point is just to start writing, because creativity is stimulated by work. When You Have an Idea for … Read more
By Steve GillmanThis poetry was written using Deal-A-Poem. The words (cards) dealt out were; above, spectators, lay, and flowers. I wrote this one for my wife, Ana, with a particular hill in mind. The sky above was a parade of cloudsAnd we, the spectators belowLayed on our hill and watched the showJust you and I in the flowers Feel … Read more
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Part TwoWhat do you do when you want to start writing poetry? Hopefully your answer is “I start writing.” Even writing a terrible poem is better than waiting for the “right words.” You can always throw your poems away, right? The important thing is that the process has begun. You’ll find the right words sooner … Read more
By Steve Gillman This poetry was written using Deal-A-Poem. The words (cards) dealt out were; hate, stay, wrong and me. Only three of the words were used, and not in order, and the poem became 8 lines. Obviously, the Deal-A-Poem technique is not about the rules, but about stimulating creative ideas. LifeOnce I stayed in … Read more