Something that is on the rise with the boom in Instagram poetry is the use of photo poetry prompts. I really enjoy participating in some of these, and I’ve certainly got the poets’ habit of taking a photo to use as inspiration at a later date. Today, I will be discussing the various ways in which poets, including myself, are using photos for poetic inspiration.
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Entering A Poetry Competition? Here Are Some Tips.
I’ve entered my fair share of poetry competitions, and probably placed in fewer than my fair share. I’ve also been part of the organising committee for three of the UoA Poetry Club competitions. While I’m certainly not an expert in either organising or winning competitions, here are some tips I’ve come up with along the way.
7 Reasons To Read Emily Dickinson In 2022
I have always been an avid fan of Emily Dickinson. I’ve been reading her poetry since I was a child, and it has influenced my writing in countless ways. I even co-lead a Dickinson-themed workshop for the UoA Poetry Club in 2021.
Here are my top 7 reasons why you should read Emily Dickinson’s poetry in 2022.