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How-tos for all things poetry; learn how to analyze a poem, construct a haiko, differentiate between a metaphor and simile and more.
Finding Forgiveness
Something hard to give and even harder to receive I did what I said I'd never do I failed myself, and even worse, you.
Julia DunnPublished 2 years ago in PoetsVisualize
quick glance in the mirror was all it was supposed to be. Really not expecting anything on earth to be there worth my time to see. With plenty of time to notice the demonic being staring blankly back at me. Then without flinching at all, remind everyone why I am A1 while no one else is closer than a B.
Arthur WilliamPublished 2 years ago in PoetsDawn
if there was such a thing as a time machine. I would take it right back to here. And on this fateful morning years ago I would have taken my steps;
Richard ThompsonPublished 2 years ago in PoetsDecide
First off, let me begin by stating I have never had the choice to or the opportunity to arise; probably good thing to seeing as if had to be acting like the Lord of the Flies.
Arthur WaltonPublished 2 years ago in PoetsColor
What would be your first pick from a magical rainbow? The one that when you start to look it begins to glow. Is there one that always looks good, no matter the season or trend? Or did you decide on yours just cause of pressure from a close friend.
Arthur WaltonPublished 2 years ago in PoetsDon't Ask (Just Do)
Are you ok? What do you need? A hug without asking A kiss I didn't initiate Don't ask, just do Like you did when it was new
Susan WilkinsPublished 2 years ago in PoetsCall me
Hi thanks for letting me reach out, my mom let me know what was going on I appreciate that you’re letting me call (Practice saying it like) how are you
Lauren (she/they)Published 2 years ago in PoetsTo my mom
I have so many memories I have so many thoughts I have plenty of ideas O my mom Where have you gone Why did you leave me
Vardhaku: Earth
In a recent post, I mentioned the Promptly Written publication, as well as its writing challenges on Medium. At the beginning of this year, Christine Graves, a member of the PW editorial team, asked us to write poems inspired by the following concept: "The first sunset after a winter freeze."
Cendrine MarrouatPublished 2 years ago in Poets- Top Story - April 2022
How to Write Poetry Based on Pictures
A gray house in a field. An image that expresses loneliness and age. | Source: Pxfuel Writing Poetry Based on Photographs I’ve been doing writing prompts, lessons, and poems about a city I can’t visit—Walla Walla, Washington. I find focusing on one city makes it easier for people who read my articles to follow along.
Andrea LawrencePublished 2 years ago in Poets The Mirror
I never trust this mirror. Over in the dark corner, It always shows me horror. When the moon hits the sky, There is no sound, not even a cry.
Puzan BhandariPublished 2 years ago in PoetsA Small Grace
Come along now, didn’t you know yet we were going Into this wide world field, we are picking wildflowers, Shy child in every shade and size we can find. We will
Tricia De Jesus-Gutierrez (Phynne~Belle)Published 2 years ago in Poets