Insider: National Poetry Writing Month
Feeling stuck? Join this online event and write 30 poems in 30 days with fellow participants from around the world.
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Poetry
Gigi Will Know: Am I writing a piece of flash or a prose poem?
What’s the difference between the two? Read More “Gigi Will Know: Am I writing a piece of flash or a prose poem?”
Five free & easy ways to read more poetry this year
These (free!) websites, newsletters, and social media accounts will help keep you immersed in verse all year long. Read More “Five free & easy ways to read more poetry this year”
When verse meets prose
How writing poems can enhance your fiction – and vice versa. Read More “When verse meets prose”
5 literary journals that pay for poetry
Paying poetry markets may be dwindling, but plenty still exist if you know where to find them. Here are five publications that pay their poets. Read More “5 literary journals that pay for poetry”
Virgil Suárez: Reinventing a writer
The poet speaks about craft, career, and perseverance – and why politicians should be required to read poetry and bake bread at least once a year. Read More “Virgil Suárez: Reinventing a writer”
Poetry writing prompts for National Poetry Month
Spring is the perfect time to write poetry, don’t you think? Read More “Poetry writing prompts for National Poetry Month”
5 easy ways to read more poetry for National Poetry Month
Because your universe could use more verse. Read More “5 easy ways to read more poetry for National Poetry Month”
Why all writers should read poetry
Maybe you hate poetry. Or maybe you just haven’t found the right poem yet. Read More “Why all writers should read poetry”
Featured Posts
Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions
February 2023 Calls for Submissions These are the writing opportunities and contests that caught our eye and are published in the February issue of The … Read More “Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions”
Consistency across your YA series
The key to writing a great YA series (or MG series) is knowing your characters and plotlines inside and out – while giving yourself the flexibility to modify things when needed. Here are four things to live by when writing a series, based on tips from middle grade and young adult authors who have been there. Read More “Consistency across your YA series”
25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description
By most accounts, there are more than five senses. Some experts say there are seven, some as many as 20. But narrowing in on at least the five classical senses can lend a much-needed “sense” of detail to your writing. Here are five prompts for each of those five classic senses. Read More “25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description”