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Purpose

Why I Write Poetry The Purpose of a Poet

Author Hannah Adams dives into the purpose of a poet (as opposed to a lawyer, architect, or other role) and what they do for the world.

Writing Habits and Practices What Is the Point of the Writing Life?Tish Harrison Warren

Writing Habits and Practices Turning Trauma Into Purpose: How I Turned a Traumatic Brain Injury Into a Writing Mission John R. Miles

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