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8 Reasons Why Poetry Is Good for the Soul
There are many reasons to appreciate poetry, but KM Barkley wants to focus on why poetry is good for the soul, whether in relation to readers or the poets themselves.
What Is the Value of Poetry?
What is the value of poetry? Can writing a poem ever be as important as building a chair or paying the bills? Robert Lee Brewer shares his thoughts on the issue.
Taking Risks in Poetry: 6 Ideas
Here are six ideas for poets to take risks with their poetry, including participating in poetry readings, tackling difficult subjects, and more.
Poetry FAQs: When is something considered published?
Editor Robert Lee Brewer addresses the very common question about when is something considered published? Does including a poem in a blog post or the comments of a website mean the writing is considered published? Get the answers here.