How to Prepare for National Poetry Day and the National Poetry Competition: Tips for Poets
Get ready for National Poetry Day and the National Poetry Competition with tips on crafting compelling poems, editing for impact, and embracing the poetic spirit. Whether you're an aspiring writer or a seasoned poet, discover how to stand out and make your words verse-tile! Submission deadline: October 31, 2024.
Poetry Maps: Mapping Out The Structure Of Each Poem Type So You Can Write More Efficiently
I’m going to lay out the structure of each poem type based on rhyme scheme, stressed syllables, and stanza length. That way, beginner poets like myself may have an easier time identifying which poem type works best with the topic they want to write about, and they won’t spend quite as long trying to figure out how to write it properly.
Different Poetry Styles & What Topics They Work Best With
I’ve laid out the definitions of each poetry type, how to write them, and what topics are usually covered using each genre. That way, if you find yourself writing a poem with a topic that may work well with another style, you can re-write your free verse poem in another style and see which version you like better.
Beat the Block: 6 Strategies to Come Up With Poem Topics
If you’re in a writing slump, and you’ve taken some time off to focus on yourself and replenish your creative energy but you’re still having a hard time coming back, I’m here to share some strategies that I use to come up with topics for my poems when things just aren’t coming naturally.