fact or fiction

Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about what makes a good poem and the poetry rules that were made to be broken.

Leaning House
The house breathes in the hour before dawn, walls ticking softly as if counting down to something that has not yet been named.
By The Kind Quill9 months ago in Poets
The House, The Hoarder, And The Rats
The House,The Hoarder, AndThe Rats He never left the hallway light on just the glow of an old TV where voices bled into silence
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
Kaleidoscopes
Those before you wanted to tell my story for me, interpret my words as puzzles making sense from single pieces separated from the box.
By Kay Husnick9 months ago in Poets
The Caged Bird
The Caged Bird In shadows deep, she stands so still, A caged bird yearning for the open thrill. Her heart, once bright with dreams that soared,
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
Memory
Memory is an echo of the past It’s sound, scent, touch, and fleeting whispers Our experience and knowledge What makes us who we are
By Minou J. Linde9 months ago in Poets
Grandma Snores and the Dog Can’t Sleep
Grandma Snores and the Dog Can’t Sleep Grandma’s snoring fills the night, A roaring sound, a mighty fright. The windows rattle, the curtains sway,
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
The Man In A Camper Van
The Man In A Camper Van In a camper van, old and worn, Sits a lazy man, with a heart half-torn. Dust on the dashboard, seats stained and frayed,
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
Relationship Dedication: Actions Speak Louder
Nurturing a relationship is never about waiting until you "have time" to make an effort. The maintenance of any relationship is not based on words, but on actions.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing9 months ago in Poets
Insomnia
Insomnia The clock ticks slow, the night stands still, My restless mind denies its will. Thoughts like whispers, soft but loud,
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
Shake Hands with a Snake
Shake Hands with a Snake Two men in suits, the deal is set, A handshake firm, no signs of regret. But one has a snake coiled around his wrist,
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
Spring Is Approaching
Spring Is Approaching The earth exhales a softer breath at dawn, And light begins to lean across the fields, A hush of gold rests gently on the hills,
By ♿ V+ Marie381Uk 9 months ago in Poets
Beyond the Vow of Endurance
Many enter marriage because they are in love. Many stay in marriage because of the children. Many dare not leave because of reality. But a truly happy marriage is never about sacrifice, forbearance, or suppression; it is about respect, understanding, and mutual growth.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing9 months ago in Poets