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How to Write a Book Poem
Maybe you want to write poetry, but can’t find the words, or perhaps you’re already eloquent and poetically blessed, but are looking for a new direction, or maybe you’re just looking for a fun way to be creative. If any of these apply, writing a book poem might be for you.
I Am Not A Writer
I am not a writer. And yes, this begs the question: Why do I write? I don’t really know. I’ve tried to find the answer to this question for years. My family and peers who know that I love to jot thoughts on my frustrations and fears have inquired before. Maybe it’s because when I speak I tend to play verbal hopscotch and my pronunciation is poor. Or maybe it stems from a childhood where I was expected to be seen and not heard so the words that my voice knew how to express were the ones I got off my chest and onto the page. Maybe I write to let go of the rage I’ve kept bottled inside for so long. While other children were getting coddled and recognized as the pride of their parents, my own made it painfully apparent that I could do nothing but wrong. No matter how hard I tried, in their eyes I was and I would always remain unimportant. So maybe I write because this awakened a dormant desire to be able to speak my truth. Maybe I write to inspire the youth to be proud of their voice and encourage them to make the choice to use it boldly. Maybe I write because of the people that told me I couldn’t make anything of a paper and pen. Maybe I write to contend with my demons. There are probably hundreds of reasons I’ve chosen to transfer my reflections into poems and prose. But I suppose that maybe I write in hopes that my words will reach the heart of someone that needs them. And even if that number is only one, I will write. If my words can resonate with even one soul then my own will find peace. Maybe I write because I believe in the power of open expression. I write my impressions and thoughts and honest confession; I don’t care whether you like them or not. Maybe I write because I feel free and alive when I read through my rhymes and each line reminds me of the good and bad times that have made up my journey of life. Maybe I write for my own peace of mind. But I also write for you. I write to help you understand the things I’ve been through to become who I am, help you peer into my heart and mine pumps ink. Maybe I write because when I think it is often overly so and excessive, and I’m most expressive when I am performing my craft. Or forming a draft that might never get finished. Maybe I write to adapt to a world that is constantly spinning. A world that threatens to leave me behind if I’m not consistently penning my speculations on every intriguing concept, challenging different views, and putting things into context. And maybe one day I will look back and reprocess all these long texts that comprise the majority of the contents of my mind and realize it was nonsense this whole time as if writing wasn’t wired to my cortex nor the fire at the heart of my every fiber. And I would not be surprised. Because I am not a writer, alright? I don’t even know why I write. But despite the lack of a why, I don’t think I could ever stop. These thoughts that run rampant through my brain will not be contained or neglected. Rather gathered, collected, and laid bare for the world to see that there rests in me a force with which to be reckoned. I will not waste a second of my time or a chance to promulgate, proclaim, or publicize my stance on any given issue, topic of discussion, or simple delight. No, I am not a writer. But I will not miss my chance to write.
Youri JosephPublished 3 years ago in PoetsMourning Lost Writings
How does a writer function after losing all the years of writing they have ever written? How do they cope? All the emotions, knowing they can't get those writings back; word for word anyway.
RoseinbloomPublished 3 years ago in PoetsOvercoming Writer's Block Using Lists
Writer's block is vile. It's soul-destroying, and can render even the most experienced writer mute. However, as debilitating as it can be, luckily, there are also an infinite number of ways to overcome it.
Christopher DonovanPublished 3 years ago in PoetsDead Poet's Society
Poet Defined as a person possessing special powers of imagination or expression.”he is more poet than academic because of his gift for language”
The PhoenixPublished 3 years ago in PoetsDramatize
I am dramatized, and i can be dramatic because of it I've been this way for a while; I've been like this because of the hurt that's been done to me
Rachel GeeganPublished 3 years ago in PoetsWriting Prompts for People who want to Write Something Inspiring
As a person who writes all the time, I know how it feels too have a little bit of writers block. Sometimes it feels like you will never find anything worthwhile to write, but that is not true. Your words are valuable and important. Don’t let writers block get in the way of that. When I am faced with writers block my favorite solution is to listen to piano music and write out prompts for myself. Even if I do not start with a perfect poem, it helps to get my brain flowing and then I am ready to write! You can do this too, here are some prompts that will help you write an inspiring piece:
The Darker Side Of Poetry
I have been having the time of my life: working at a job I love, filming videos, helping people grow to do what they want to do, sharing stories and ideas with others, creating an environment for people to feel a part of a community, and writing to my heart's content and having an endless flow of creativity.
Maya PapayaPublished 4 years ago in PoetsPublish Your Poetry Collection on Amazon
Do you write poetry? Can you make money from writing poems? The answer is yes. I hadn't thought about it until I wrote a collection of poems. I started to write poetry more than I thought it could be possible. Writing a poem every day knowing I could publish a book motivated me. It can motivate you too.
Denise LarkinPublished 4 years ago in PoetsVarious Poetry Apps for Writers and Readers
Poetry is an excellent way to express your thoughts and emotions in words. There are millions of people who love poetry and always seek a better place to write or read. We have made a list of some best poetry apps for all the poetry lovers that can be used on either Android or iOS devices. So, without wasting much time, let’s get started.
Jack thomsonPublished 4 years ago in PoetsWhy I Write Poetry
Have you ever had a moment of intense, overwhelming emotion, and you either had no one you could explain it to or you just didn't have the words to adequately describe it? Because that happens to me a lot.
Alexis HartmanPublished 4 years ago in PoetsThe Little Things
Writing is an act, of little things, A perfect puzzle of thoughts, and feelings, put together, stringing together letter,
Matthew DonnellonPublished 4 years ago in Poets