Poemcrazy

Poemcrazy
Author: Susan G. Wooldridge
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2009-09-30
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0307559122

Following the success of several recent inspirational and practical books for would-be writers, Poemcrazy is a perfect guide for everyone who ever wanted to write a poem but was afraid to try. Writing workshop leader Susan Wooldridge shows how to think, use one's senses, and practice exercises that will make poems more likely to happen.

She Sang Promise

She Sang Promise
Author: Jan Godown Annino
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 48
Release: 2010
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1426305931

Traces the life and achievements of one of modern America's first female elected tribal leaders, describing her half-Seminole heritage, her determination to acquire an education and her contributions as a community activist.

Creating Poetry

Creating Poetry
Author: John Drury
Publisher: Writer's Digest Books
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2006-07-29
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781582974637

Poets can't impose their will on the muse. That's why it's so important that you write regularly, keep reworking your drafts, and experiment in your writing. This book will help you by offering advice, inspiration, and hundreds of exercises to get you going—all designed to invoke your muse. With no bias toward any form or style, John Drury addresses imagery, metaphor, and the different methods of constructing and experimenting with new poetic forms. You'll find twelve chapters overflowing with examples, exercises, and prompts—all practical tools you can use right now in your poetry writing. For example, you'll find information on: Preparing: developing your poetic sensitivity Language: learning the fundamental tools of poetry and using them effectively Sight: refining sight—and insight—to make your poetry come alive within the mind's eye—and the heart's eye, too Sound: sensitizing yourself to the music of words—both singly and in combination Movement: developing the rhythmic qualities that make poems sing—and shout, march, croon, and whisper Voice: becoming aware of the fine nuances of how the words are said and connected, revealing each poem's implied speaker and "stance" Finishing: bringing each poem to successful completion No matter what your style or level of experience, Creating Poetry offers insightful, thoughtful, and motivating instruction all of which will make your path to poetry writing a richer path to travel.

Writing Poetry from the Inside Out

Writing Poetry from the Inside Out
Author: Sandford Lyne
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2007-03-01
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 1402254202

In Writing Poetry from the Inside Out, poet and national poetry workshop leader, Sandford Lyne, offers the writing exercises, guidance, and encouragement you need to find the poet inside you. Lyne's techniques, which he developed through twenty years of teaching poetry workshops, flow from an understanding that poetry is an art form open to everyone. We all can-and should-write poetry. In this enchanting and inspiring volume, Lyne will introduce you to the pleasures and surprises of writing poetry, and his methods and insights will help you tap into your own unique voice and perspective to compose poems of your own in as little as a few minutes. Whether you are an experienced writer looking for new techniques and sources of inspiration or a novice poet who has never written a poem in your life, Writing Poetry from the Inside Out will help you to craft the poems you've always longed to write.

Unstuck

Unstuck
Author: Jane Anne Staw
Publisher: Macmillan + ORM
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1466826037

None of us is immune to writer's block. From well-known novelists to students, associates in business and law firms, and even those who struggle to sit down to write personal correspondence or journal entries -- everyone who writes has experienced either brief moments or longer periods when the words simply won't come. In Unstuck, poet, author and writing coach Jane Anne Staw uncovers the reasons we get blocked - from practical to emotional, and many in between - and offers powerful ways to get writing again. Based on her experiences working with writers as well as her own struggle with writer's block, Staw provides comfort and encouragement, along with effective strategies for working through this common yet vexing problem. Topics include: understanding what's behind the block * handling anxiety and fear * carving out time and space to write * clearing out old beliefs and doubts * techniques to relax and begin * managing your expectations as well as those of family and friends * experimenting with genre, voice, and subject matter * defusing the emotional traps that sabotage progress and success * ending the struggle and regaining confidence and freedom by finding your true voice - and using it. Writers of all levels will find solace, support, and help in this book, leading them to an even deeper connection with their work and more productivity on the page.

The Poetry Home Repair Manual

The Poetry Home Repair Manual
Author: Ted Kooser
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 0803227698

Provides instructions on writing and revising poems.

Wordplaygrounds

Wordplaygrounds
Author: John S. O'Connor
Publisher: National Council of Teachers of English (Ncte)
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2004
Genre: Education
ISBN:

Offers a variety of new approaches to teaching poetry in middle school and high school classrooms, with more than twenty-five activities designed to sharpen students' writing and self-understanding and heighten their awareness of the world around them.

You, Too, Could Write a Poem

You, Too, Could Write a Poem
Author: David Orr
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2017-02-07
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 0698403339

A collection of reviews and essays by David Orr, the New York Times poetry columnist and one of the most respected critics in America today, his best work of the past fifteen years in one place Poetry is never more vital, meaningful, or accessible than in the hands of David Orr. In the pieces collected here, most of them written originally for the New York Times, Orr is at his rigorous, conversational, and edifying best. Whether he is considering the careers of contemporary masters, such as Louise Glück or Frederick Seidel, sizing up younger American poets, like Matthea Harvey and Matthew Zapruder, or even turning his attention to celebrities and public figures, namely Oprah Winfrey and Stephen Fry, when they choose to wade into the hotly contested waters of the poetry world, Orr is never any less than fully persuasive in arguing what makes a poem or poet great—or not. After all, as Orr points out in his introduction, “Poetry is a lot like America, in the sense that liking all of it means that you probably shouldn’t be trusted with money, or scissors.” Orr’s prose is devoted to common sense and clarity, and, in every case, he brings to bear an impeccable ear, an openhandedness of spirit, and a deep wealth of technical knowledge—to say nothing of his shrewd sense of humor. As pleasurable as it is informative, Orr’s journalism represents a high watermark in the public discussion of literature. You, Too, Could Write a Poem is at heart a love note to poetry itself.

Poetry Book - I Still Love You (Inspirational Love Poems on Life, Poetry Books, Spiritual Poems, Poetry Books, Love Poems, Poetry Books, Inspirational Poems, Poetry Books, Love Poems, Poetry Books)

Poetry Book - I Still Love You (Inspirational Love Poems on Life, Poetry Books, Spiritual Poems, Poetry Books, Love Poems, Poetry Books, Inspirational Poems, Poetry Books, Love Poems, Poetry Books)
Author: Nerissa Marie
Publisher: Poetry Books
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2017-07
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 9781925647648

Poetry Book - I Still Love You (Inspirational Love Poems on Life, Poetry Books, Spiritual Poems, Poetry Books, Love Poems, Poetry Books, Inspirational Poems, Poetry Books, Love Poems, Poetry Books)I Still Love You, is a poetic journey created with the intention that you may adventure within to find happiness, and discover the confidence and courage to shine bright! This glorious poetry inspires inner strength, compassion and courage.This is a magical poetry book filled with enchanting illustrations. The raw poems embrace life¿s challenges and the beauty beyond our conscious mind. Poetry to awaken the illuminated love that is all pervading, ever present and resides within you.Poetry that floats into the astral realms looking for love and life purpose. Bringing home connection, humility, compassion, happiness and eternal love.This poetry book is especially great for conscious people, who wish to embrace themselves and shine bright as can be!* Poetry to illuminate the soul* Excellent for self-healing* Magical and peaceful poems* Read aloud* Love Poems* Inspirational poetry* Spiritual healingThis is a great inspirational poetry book to share with friends and family.Encouraging:* Self-Confidence & Self-Esteem* Mindfulness* Inner Calm* Happiness and Joy* Compassion* Inner-Peace* Love* Compassionate Living* Service to humanityScroll up and click 'buy' and enjoy some quality reading time!tags: love poems, poem books, poetry, poetry collection, rhyming book, kids poetry, inspiration books, spiritual poetry, spiritual poems, self help books, poetry, poem, poems, funeral poems, wedding poetry, angel poems, chakras, enlightenment, bedtime stories, short stories, poetry books, poem read aloud, poem crazy, poems free, poems about love, poems about life, poems for kids, poem read aloud, poemas de amor, poems free kindle, poetry anthology, poetry handbook, spiritual self healing, religion and spirituality free books, spirituality books, spirituality and mental illness, spirituality of imperfection, spirituality without religion, spirituality and health, self help, self help books, self help books for women, free self help books for kindle, self help free, self help workbooks, meditations, meditation book, meditation free kindle books, meditation techniques for beginners, chakras, chakras for beginners, chakras balancing, chakras healing, mindfulness, mindfulness for beginners, mindfulness meditation, love poems.

Thirteen Ways of Looking for a Poem

Thirteen Ways of Looking for a Poem
Author: Wendy Bishop
Publisher: Addison-Wesley Longman
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2000
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 9780321011305

Thirteen ways of Looking for a Poem encourages students to enrich their writing by actively studying and practicing poetic form. Using a unique textbook/anthology format, which includes poems by both emerging and well-known poets, Wendy Bishop demonstrates how various poetic forms offer insight into the often hidden inner mechanics of poem-building, strengthening writing skills and poetry interpretation at the same time.