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Are you passionate about writing poetry? This is where you’ll find poetry prompts, solid tips on writing poetry, interviews with poets, and blog posts highlighting various poetic forms. Sit back, relax, and learn more about the craft of poetry!
Crown of Sonnets: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the crown of sonnets, a form that brings together seven sonnets in a special way.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 582
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a transition poem.
Englyn Lleddfbroest: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the englyn lleddfbroest, a Welsh quatrain form.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 581
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a so blank poem.
Terza Rima Sonnet: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the terza rima sonnet, a 14-line Italian form.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 580
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write an adage poem.
Monostich: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the monostich, a one-line poem.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 579
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a with you poem.
WD Poetic Form Challenge: Imayo
The WD Poetic Form Challenge is your opportunity to write and share a poem (the imayo this time around) for a chance to get published in the Poetic Asides column in Writer's Digest. Deadline: September 30, 2021.
WD Poetic Form Challenge: The Blitz Poem Winner
Learn the winner and Top 10 list for the Writer’s Digest Poetic Form Challenge for the blitz.
Englyn Proest Gadwynog: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the englyn proest gadwynog, a Welsh quatrain form.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 578
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a travel poem.
S+7: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we break out our dictionaries and look at the S+7, a unique experimental form.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 577
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a slow down poem.
Rondel Double: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the rondel double, a 16-line French form.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 576
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a back to blank poem.
Englyn Proest Dalgron: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the englyn proest dalgron, a Welsh quatrain form.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 575
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a safe poem.
The Skinny: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the skinny, a form created by Truth Thomas.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 574
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a missing poem.
Burns Stanza (or Standard Habbie): Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the Burns stanza (or standard habbie), a form popularized by Scottish poet Robert Burns.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 573
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write an audio poem.
Boolean Poem: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the boolean poem, a mix of found and collaborative poetry.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 572
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a double poem.